Roland and Oliver: Brothers in Arms
Ogier the Dane is carried to Avalon by Morgan le Fay to await France's need. Roland and Oliver meet as enemies in single combat, fighting for days until they recognize each other's equal valor and swear eternal friendship. Charlemagne leads a pilgrimage to Jerusalem and begins his war in Spain against the Saracens.
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What You'll Learn
Comprehension
Notes that Ogier was taken to Avalon by Morgan le Fay to await France's future need
Cause & Consequence
Explains why the combat led to friendship: recognition of equal worth creates respect
Meaning
Takes a position on whether respect must precede true friendship
Evidence
Cites a specific passage (the duel, the recognition of equality, the oath)
Defense
Maintains or thoughtfully revises their position under challenge
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