2. Although the window was quite high up, Lancelot passed quickly and easily thr
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2. Although the window was quite high up, Lancelot passed quickly and easily through it. He
found Kay still asleep in his bed. He came next to that of the queen; Lancelot bowed low and
adored her, for in no holy relic did he place such faith. The queen stretched out her arms towards
him, embraced him, clasped him to her breast, and drew him into the bed beside her, showing
him all the love she could, inspired by her heartfelt love.
A.) This passage asks us to consider whether we should take courtly lover seriously or not
because it is described both erotically and religiously.
B.) This passage suggests that Lancelot is able to achieve consummation with the Queen because
he follows his heart and lets nothing, not even an impassible window or iron bars, stop him.
C.) This passage shows that ultimately the Queen is in charge of the relationship because she is
the one who actively “drew” him toward her and showed him, the passive recipient, her love.
D.) Both B and C.
E.) Both A and B.
Explanation / Answer
B.
From the given passage, we can conclusively say that only B is right. Not much is written to say A is correct. In case of option C, it is written that 'Lancelot bowed low and
adored her' which implies that he is also actively involved.
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