The Round Table: Lancelot and Guinevere
The greatest knights gather at the Round Table. Chief among them is Lancelot du Lac, raised by the Lady of the Lake, the most valiant of all. But Lancelot falls in love with Queen Guinevere, and she with him. Their forbidden love, though unconsummated for years, plants the seed that will destroy Camelot.
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Comprehension
Describes the greatest knights gathering at the Round Table
Cause & Consequence
Explains why the love was forbidden: Guinevere was Arthur's queen
Meaning
Takes a position on whether forbidden love can ever be harmless
Evidence
Cites a specific passage (Lancelot's valor, the forbidden love)
Defense
Maintains or thoughtfully revises their position under challenge
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