Tuesday, September 11, 2012

MDA #7

In Morte D'Arthur, Love versus Duty is an important theme. What is Malory's view of the importance of these two ideals? Which does he value more? Explain.

MDA #4

If you had to make a movie of one chapter of Le Morte D'Arthur, which one would you choose, and why? Who would you cast in each role?

MDA #3

Why are all these knights so concerned with chivalry? How do they define chivalry? Do you think it still has a place in our culture today or is chivalry, as they say, dead?

MDA #2

What is your favorite popular adaptation of Le Morte D'Arthur or the Arthur story in general? How does it compare to the book?

Morte D'Arthur #1

Which character in the Morte D'Arthur do you most admire and why? Are there any characters that you admire?

Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Prologue #2

What are the Wife's view on marriage and sex?

Wife of Bath Prologue

How many husbands has the Wife (Alisoun) had?   Trace them here:  For example, #1 was when she was 12 years old and  . . .