LITERATURE QUESTIONS
EARLY BRITISH LITERATURE
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Supernatural
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Idealized love
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Adventurous hero
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Hidden identity
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Exotic places
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Detailed explanation-1: -Common elements of medieval romance include chivalry, courtly love, religious piety, adventure, magical elements and fantastical antagonists.
Detailed explanation-2: -A romance hero usually adheres to a strict code of knightly conduct, which requires his absolute loyalty to his liege lord, extreme generosity, refusal to break his oaths, and the defense of the helpless. Another important element of medieval romance is its exploration of the rules of courtoisie, or courtly behavior.
Detailed explanation-3: -Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is a medieval romance as it contains the main characteristics of the genre: supernatural elements, chivalric ideals, adventures, temptress, and glamorous portrayal of castle life.
Detailed explanation-4: -Medieval romance derives mystery and suspense from supernatural elements or characters. Witches, wizards and dragons were popular. Medieval romance incorporates concealed or disguised identities of some characters. (Adds to the mystery and suspense.)