Dietrich von Bern: The Final Return
Queen Helche sends Dietrich to reclaim his kingdom, but the terrible battle of Raben kills the Hun princes and Dietrich's brother. He returns to exile in sorrow. Ten years later, with Ermenrich dead and Sibich executed, Dietrich finally becomes emperor. Hildebrand fights his unrecognized son. In old age, Dietrich rides a coal-black steed that spirits him away forever.
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Comprehension
Notes that Queen Helche armed her sons to help Dietrich reclaim his kingdom
Cause & Consequence
Explains the tragedy of winning the battle but losing too many men to hold the kingdom
Meaning
Takes a position on whether victory is worth any cost
Evidence
Cites a specific passage (the battle, the final triumph, the mysterious end)
Defense
Maintains or thoughtfully revises their position under challenge
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