Gawain is aware that he has sinned and broken his trust and loyalty with Sir Bercilak. ... Gawain's loyalty to Arthur bade him to relinquish the King of this seemingly foolish game. ... His service was true and appropriate. ... This is a perfect example of service and loyalty. ... This is a true quality of a hero. ...

• Word Count: 3400
• Approx Pages: 14
• Grade Level: High School

"1 This is true as the reader sees the world in which he inhabits is fully of abandoned virtues and self-proclaimed moralities. ... This holds true in many instances where Sir Gawain is torn between his loyalty to God and his loyalty to Arthur's court. ...

• Word Count: 2814
• Approx Pages: 11
• Grade Level: High School