ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

MEDIEVAL WOMEN WRITERS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is/are typical of the supernatural in medieval romance?
A
enchantment
B
spells
C
fairy trickery
D
All of the Above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Common elements of medieval romance include chivalry, courtly love, religious piety, adventure, magical elements and fantastical antagonists.

Detailed explanation-2: -Texts usually described as “romance” typically concern chivalry, questing, romantic love, and magic. There are also various subgenres that fall under the heading of medieval romance such as the Breton lay and Arthurian romance.

Detailed explanation-3: -Characteristics of medieval romance works include courtly love, a damsel in distress, knightly deeds, legends, and mystical qualities. The word chivalry refers to a code of honor and conduct. Feudalism was the social hierarchy of the Middle Ages.

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