Langobardian Myths: Rother's Cunning
King Rother sends ambassadors to woo Princess Oda, but they are imprisoned. Rother goes in disguise with giants, pretending to be an exile. He woos Oda secretly, helps defeat invaders to free his men, then tricks the empress and sails away with Oda. When she is later kidnapped back, he must rescue her again.
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Comprehension
Recounts that Rother's ambassadors were imprisoned for a year
Cause & Consequence
Explains why disguise was necessary: the emperor killed suitors openly
Meaning
Takes a position on whether Rother's deceptions were justified
Evidence
Cites a specific passage (the disguise, the shoes, the escape trick)
Defense
Maintains or thoughtfully revises their position under challenge
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