Part one of term paper
In the medieval poem, Sir Gawain and The Green Knight, the poet, whose identity is unknown, speaks of the ideals of knighthood by describing chronicles of Sir Gawain, the noblest knight of King Arthur's court. Gawain accepts a challenge from the Green Knight and therefore must go on a quest to seek the Green Chapel and fulfill his bargain. T ...

Part two of term paper
... wise of all the knights. While asking the court for his claim, Gawain utters: “Though you tempted thereto, to take in on yourself… I am the weakest, well I know, and of wit feeblest; And the loss of my life would be lest of any;” Gawain’s willingness to accept definitely sets him apart from the other knights. Gawain cleverly chooses his most courteous words to release Arthur from the challenge. Gawain’s devotion and loyalty is clearly evident as he offers his life for the king. The p ...