1. Arthurian Legends
by Juliette Evans

2. Arthurian Legends Take place in Great Britain
Fictional Legends with many different versions
Sir Thomas Malory brought together first collection
12th and 13th Century

3. Camelot
Castle

4. Holy Grail
In Christian mythology the cup used by Jesus during the last supper.
In Arthurian legends the hero must prove himself worthy to be in its presence

5. Siege Perilous
Specially reserved seat at the Round Table for the knight who was destined to quest for and return with the Holy Grail
Sir Galahad- only knight who sits in it.
Fatal to anyone else who sat in it.

6. Round Table Mystical Table in Camelot Symbol of Unity
Given to Arthur by King Lodegreaunce (Guinevere's Father)

7. Excalibur King Arthur's mythical sword
Sword in the stone only drawn by real king.

8. Chivalry Ideas associated with medieval knighthood Examples Honor
Courtly love
Bravery
Loyalty to King

9. Page, Squire, Knight Age 7-Page Age 14- Squire Age 18-21- Knight
Servant in a household
Learns weaponry, courtesy, religion, etc.
Age 14- Squire
Personal aide to a knight
Age Knight
If he can master the skills he is then knighted

10. King Arthur Son of Uther Pendragon + Igraine Raised by Sir Ector
Drew the sword in the stone
Married to Guinevere

11. Sir Lancelot Greatest of King Arthur’s Knights One of the most trusted
Has an affair with Guinevere

12. Sir Galahad Son of Lancelot + Elaine Seat was siege perilous
Quest for the Holy Grail

13. Sir Kay Arthur and Kay raised by Sir Ector
Kay was Arthur’s foster brother
Tries to claim sword in the stone

14. Sir Gawain
King Arthur’s nephew
Defender of the poor
Ladies man

15. Sir Mordred Illegitimate son of Arthur Traitor
Takes over Kingdom while Arthur is away

16. Merlin Wizard in Arthurian legends King’s Advisor
Mistress in Morgan Le Fay

17. 3 Classes of Medieval Society
Nobility
Clergy
Commoners