Why is the Green Knight in King Arthur's court?

He wants to be a knight of the round table

What leads you to think Gawain will search for the Green Knight in a year?

The Green Knight has heard of Gawain

"Here's the ax. You'll find it heavy and cumbersome." What does cumbersome mean here?

demeaning; lowering one's dignity

What is the Green Knight's objective in playing the Beheading Game?

To reveal the true nature of knighthood

Why does the Green Knight cut Gawain on the neck instead of cutting off his head?

Gawain's only dishonorable deed was keeping the girdle a secret, so he "punished" him in this small way.

Gawain rolled to the side, then swiped the Knight's legs out from underneath him with his sword.

The Green Knight had terrible aim.

The Green Knight tried, but the ax was not sharp enough.

What agreement do Sir Gawain and the lord of the castle make each day?

To exchange whatever they gain during the day

To keep the lady's gifts a secret

Who do we discover is the Green Knight?

The lord Gawain stayed with the days before

Gawain most displays the medieval romance qualities of an honorable hero when he _____________________.

travels to the Green Chapel to meet the Green Knight, even though he is facing death

strikes the Green Knight on the neck

reacts with anger toward the Green Knight

Why did he accept the gift from the lady?

He believed it would save his life

Why does the Green Knight laugh at King Arthur's court after proposing the "beheading" game?

The Knight's are terrified, yet they are said to be the bravest warriors.

King Arthur told a joke that was hysterical.

He didn't expect someone as weak as Gawain to volunteer.

He is just a jolly green giant!

Why does the Green Knight spare Gawain's life?

Gawain upheld his honor by not taking advantage of the Lady of the Castle.

Gawain bested him in sword-to-sword combat.

The Green Knight pitied Gawain since he was so fearful of him.

He doesn't spare his life. He chops off his head.

What did Sir Lancelot do to cause the current conflict between himself and King Arthur?

He had a love affair with Queen Guinevere.

He demanded to be heir to the throne.

Why does Sir Gawain want revenge on Sir Lancelot?

Sir Lancelot killed his two brothers.

Sir Gawain was in love with Queen Guinevere.

Sir Lancelot was named "best Knight" by King Arthur.

Sir Lancelot stole the Green girdle from Sir Gawain.

What lesson does Sir Gawain learn by the end of his quest?

The value of honesty and humility

The importance of physical strength

How to defeat magical creatures

What secret power did Sir Gawain have over Sir Lancelot?

His strength would increase for 3 hours in the morning.

His sword cut through metal armor.

He could move faster than the average man.

He could shape-shift and transform.

What is the significance of the Green Chapel in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight?

It is the home of the Green Knight and the site of Gawain's final challenge

It is where King Arthur is crowned

It is the castle where Gawain stays

It is where Gawain receives his knighthood

How does Sir Gawain react after learning the true identity of the Green Knight?

He is ashamed of his failure to fully uphold his promise

He challenges the Green Knight to another duel

He leaves without saying a word

Why won't Sir Lancelot kill Sir Gawain once he is down on the ground?

He cares too much about Sir Gawain.

He is scared King Arthur will take revenge on him.

He does kills him by putting his sword through his heart.

How did Sir Mordred trick people into thinking King Arthur died in battle?

Spread gossip through the noblemen.

In a dream that foretells his own death, King Arthur...

is flung into water where monstrous beasts rip him apart.

is beaten to death by Sir Lancelot.

finds a magical sword stuck in a stone.

is stabbed by his own son, Mordred.

Sir Bedivere disappoints King Arthur by...

failing to throw Arthur's sword into the lake.

What happens to King Arthur's sword in the end?

A hand raising from the lake pulls the sword underwater.

It remains lodged in the body of Mordred.

King Arthur falls upon it with Sir Bedivere's help.

Sir Bedivere takes it for his own.

How does King Arthur get to Avalon?

A boat full of beautiful ladies wearing black hoods take him there.

Arthur, severely wounded, hobbles there himself.

Arthur's few remaining knights carry him there.

Arthur's chief magical advisor, Merlin, arranges for his trip.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who first accepts the Green Knight’s challenge?

Queen Guinevere

King Arthur

Sir Lancelot

Sir Gawain

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Green Knight holding when he enters King Arthur’s court?

A golden sword

A holly branch and an axe

A shield and a lance

A goblet and a scroll

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CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Sir Gawain receive from the lady of the castle as a token?

A golden ring

A green girdle

A red cloak

A silver dagger

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason Sir Gawain accepts the Green Knight’s challenge?

To prove his strength

To win a prize

To protect King Arthur

To impress Queen Guinevere

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Medieval Romances?

The Code of Chivalry

Knights on heroic quests

Scientific study

Supernatural events

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

0 sec • 1 pt

About what year was the story written in?

1200

1300

1400

1500

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The beginning of the story takes place during what holiday?

Halloween

Easter

Christmas

Thanksgiving

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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The Test

Who first accepts the Green Knight’s challenge?

What is the Green Knight holding when he enters King Arthur’s court?

What does Sir Gawain receive from the lady of the castle as a token?

What is the main reason Sir Gawain accepts the Green Knight’s challenge?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Medieval Romances?

About what year was the story written in?

The beginning of the story takes place during what holiday?

Why is the Green Knight in King Arthur's court?

How long must Gawain wait before confronting the Green Knight?

Gawain asks to be allowed to accept the Green Knight's challenge. That demonstrates:

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