Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is a romantic poem that takes place in the Arthurian period. ... Throughout the story, it is evident that Beowulf lives by a heroic code of strength, courage, and honor. ... In Sir Gawain and the Green Knight the idea of chivalry is introduced as being one of the rules the men of the round table must abide by. ... When the Green Knight challenges Arthur to a battle, it is Sir Gawain who steps up to the plate, and accepts the challenge on his Kings behalf. ... Because the Green Knight knows that honesty and loyalty are also rules of the covenant, he ask Sir Gawai...

• Word Count: 2583
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School