Read the excerpt from Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.

The King, bold by nature, Went up to that huge man

And said, "Knight, by heaven, your request is senseless.

What you ask is such madness you deserve to have it granted.

No knight I know is afraid of your great words.

Give me your ax now, in the name of God,

And I shall grant the boon that you have requested."

He strides toward him and grasps him by the hand.

Which statement best describes the King's actions?

A. He welcomes the knight with proper manners.

B. He shows strength in restraining the knight.

C. He asserts himself as a brave leader.

D. He forces the knight to surrender.

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Maci Haney

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21 January, 08:10

Read the excerpt from Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.

The King, bold by nature, Went up to that huge man

And said, "Knight, by heaven, your request is senseless.

What you ask is such madness you deserve to have it granted.

No knight I know is afraid of your great words.

Give me your ax now, in the name of God,

And I shall grant the boon that you have requested."

He strides toward him and grasps him by the hand.

Which statement best describes the King's actions?

A. He welcomes the knight with proper manners.

B. He shows strength in restraining the knight.

C. He asserts himself as a brave leader.

D. He forces the knight to surrender.

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The King asserts himself as a brave leader (C).

Not only is the King described as "bold," but his body language also indicates resolve: "he strides toward him and grasps him; " that is, in spite of the knight being an impressive character ("that huge man"). The King also asserts his authority and his fearlessness by noting that neither he nor any other knight "is afraid" of this character.