1. Which of the following best describes the central conflict in this
poem?
O A The central conflict in this poem is between Tristan and
Isolde because they cannot decide if their love is true or fake.
B. The central conflict in this poem revolves around the secrecy
of Tristan and Isolde's love, and the strife this secret brings
them (as they keep it from King Mark).
OC The central conflict in this poem is between King Mark and
Sir Tristan, as they fight for Isolde's love and hand in
marriage.
D The central conflict in this poem deals mostly with the
rumors being spread by the courtiers, who threaten to tell
the king of the queen's faithlessness.