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Arthur Legend origin
Ashe, “The Origins of the Arthurian Legend”
Question | Answer |
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In his introduction (paragraphs 1-3), Ashe identifies a central problem in the search for a historical Arthur; what is it? | Did Arthur Exist? |
What consensus have the scholars listed in paragraphs 4-8 reached? | |
What new approach does Ashe propose in paragraphs 9-10? | |
In paragraphs 11 to 15, Ashe refers to archeological evidence at Tintagel, Glastonbury, and Cadbury, which traditionally have been associated with Arthur. How does Ashe interpret this evidence? | |
In paragraphs 27 through 43, What does Ashe say about Geoffrey’s elaboration of historical fact? What specific information does Ashe interpret as providing some historical basis for Arthur’s activity in Gaul? | |
In paragraphs 52-54, Ashe discusses “Riothamus”; what does this word mean, and how does Ashe connect it to Arthur? |