Huon of Bordeaux: Love and Destiny
Huon slays the giant Angoulaffre and continues toward Babylon. Meanwhile, Princess Rezia has dreamed of a golden-haired knight and knows he is coming. When Huon bursts into the palace, he kisses Rezia, kills her father's chosen bridegroom, and escapes with her using the magic horn. Their love was destined before they ever met.
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Comprehension
Notes that Huon slew the giant Angoulaffre on his journey
Cause & Consequence
Explains what Rezia's dream means: destiny announced itself before the event
Meaning
Takes a position on whether love can be destined or must be chosen
Evidence
Cites a specific passage (Rezia's dream, the meeting, the recognition)
Defense
Maintains or thoughtfully revises their position under challenge
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