The Anglo Saxon and Medieval Periods
Identify textual evidence in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight that demonstrates each of the characteristics of
medieval romances.
Choose any 4 of the follow characteristics and provide appropriate evidence.
Characteristic
Textual Evidence (ex.: lines 2335 to 2337)
Mysterious, supernatural setting
Idealizes chivalry
Idealizes courtly love
Masking a character's real identity
Hero (usually a knight that takes an unusual
challenge)
Heroic triumph that brings glory to the king and the
nation