Chaucer describes the knight in the Canterbury tales as fearless in battle, but meek and courteous otherwise. How does Arthur measure up to this standard of chivalry?

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Book is called adventures in English literature

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Asked by Kimberly R #693225 on 9/27/2017 10:33 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 9/27/2017 11:27 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 9/27/2017 11:27 PM

King Arthur is the epitome of knightly chivalry. He is brave, courteous, fair, and well mannered. I would not, however, describe him as meek.