Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

We will listen to the story of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.

Not only will you hear an adaptation of the original story, also its origin and symbolism are discussed.

Pay close attention as you will be asked to do research and answer some (essay)questions about this next lesson.

Part 1

Introduction to Sir Gawain and King Arthur's court

Part 1 - Introduction

What do we know about Sir Gawain and King Arthur's court?

Part 2

Background information

Part 2 - Background information

When was the story written and what does this indicate about the way it was spread?

The story was most likely written in the 12th Century although the manuscript which was found dates back to the early 1400's.

The story was therefor most likely spread through oral tradition since the book press was not yet invented.

Part 3

The Challenge

Part 3 - The challenge

What might the green hue of the knight have symbolized?

1. envy
2. fertility
3. the supernatural
4. youth

Part 4

Sir Gawain's trip

Part 4 - Sir Gawain's trip

Part 5

The arrangement

Part 5 - The arrangement

Part 6

How it ends

Part 6 - How it ends

Part 7

Short analysis

Part 7 - Short analysis

Assignment:

You will analyze the story by doing research on it. 

Articles are provided in this LessonUp (next slide)

This LessonUp is made available for you. 

You can also listen to the story on Spotify:

Tales - Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.

You will be asked to answer elaborate questions on the story.

Links for research: