Frithiof: Redemption Through Loyalty
In disguise, Frithiof comes to Sigurd Ring's court and sees Ingeborg as another man's wife. King Sigurd recognizes Frithiof's noble character despite his disguise and tests him. When Frithiof has the chance to kill Sigurd and reclaim Ingeborg, he refuses - he will not betray a king who trusted him. Sigurd dies naturally, entrusting Ingeborg and his kingdom to Frithiof. Honor is rewarded.
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Comprehension
Describes Frithiof arriving at Sigurd Ring's court in disguise
Cause & Consequence
Explains why Frithiof refused to kill Sigurd: honor, loyalty, trust given must not be betrayed
Meaning
Takes a position on whether Frithiof was right to be loyal to his rival
Evidence
Cites a specific passage (the test, the refusal, the reward)
Defense
Maintains or thoughtfully revises their position under challenge
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