1. The Legend of King Arthur
Medieval Literature

2. The Middle Ages Romantic Literature
The Middle Ages is a period of European history from the 5th century to the 15th century. The period followed the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476, and preceded the Early Modern Era. It is the middle period in a three-period division of history: Classical, Medieval, and Modern. The term "Middle Ages" was coined in the 15th century and reflects the view that this period was a deviation from the path of classical learning, a path supposedly reconnected by Renaissance scholarship.

3. Could you be a Knight?
7 Qualities of a Knight

4. protection for the poor loyalty
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7 Qualities of a Knight
nobility
courage
fairness
courtesy
respect for women
protection for the poor
loyalty

5. Vocabulary
Archetype
Is a pattern in literature that is found in a variety of works from different cultures. An archetype can be a plot, a character and image, or a setting.
Legend
An imaginative story handed down for generations and believed to have a historical basis, with retelling variations may occur. Like myths, legends may incorporate supernatural elements and magical deeds. Legends claim to be about real human beings.
Squire
Acted chiefly as a servant to his master while training for knighthood. They rode at their master’s side in battle and took charge of prisoners.

6. Vocabulary
Joust
A combat with lances between two knights on horseback.
Coat of Arms
A shield with heraldic emblems used to identify battle groups/families.
Camelot
Legendary kingdom of King Arthur and his court.

7. Vocabulary Excalibur King Arthur’s sword Avalon
Avalon
The place where Arthur is said to have been taken to be healed.
Chivalry
A code of brave and courteous conduct for knights in the Middle Ages. Knights were to be warriors and gentlemen. The code also includes courage, honesty, loyalty, generosity, and kindness.

8. Themes found in King Arthur
Bravery
Loyalty and devotion
Virtue
Chivalry and the heroic tradition
Wars, jousts, and contests

9. Elements of medieval romance
Idealized noble characters
Exaggerated or larger-than-life behavior
A hero’s journey or quest
Supernatural or magical elements
Unusual or exotic settings
Incidents involving hidden or mistaken identity

10. Coat of Arms
Create your own coat of arms using symbols from the language of heraldry worksheet

11. “The Crowning of King Arthur” Characters
King Uther Pendragon
Duke of Tintagil
Lady Igraine
Sir Ulfius
Merlin the Prophet
Sir Brastius
Sir Jordanus
Sir Ector
Sir Kay
Arthur

12. "The Crowning of Arthur" (pp. 1112-1117)

13. Evaluating Characters Chart
Determine and record which of the traits apply to Uther and which apply to Arthur. How do these two men compare?
Which character better illustrates the chivalric traits of a knight? Respond in a few sentences using examples from the story below the chart.
Uther
Arthur
Courage
Honesty
Loyalty
Generosity
Kindness