Question

Which passage from Ivanhoe contains an example of chivalry?

Morning arose in unclouded splendour, and ere the sun was much above the horizon, the idlest or the most eager of the spectators appeared on the common, moving to the lists as to a general centre . . .
The Saxon, indeed, had remonstrated strongly with his friend upon the injudicious choice he had made of his party; but he had only received that sort of answer usually given by those who are more obstinate in following their own course, than strong in justifying it.
. . . Athelstane, confident of his strength, and to whom his flatterers, at least, ascribed great skill in arms, had determined not only to deprive the Disinherited Knight of his powerful succour, but, if an opportunity should occur, to make him feel the weight of his battle-axe.
De Bracy, and other knights attached to Prince John, in obedience to a hint from him, had joined the party of the challengers, John being desirous to secure, if possible, the victory to that side.

Answer 1

Answer:

. . . Athelstane, confident of his strength, and to whom his flatterers, at least, ascribed great skill in arms, had determined not only to deprive the Disinherited Knight of his powerful succour, but, if an opportunity should occur, to make him feel the weight of his battle-axe.

Explanation:

Chivalry can be described as the code of conduct, be it social, moral, or religious aspect that pertains to the mannerism or behavior of the men. These chivalric social codes were part of the medieval society where knighthood exists.

Chivalry involves a certain mannerism or pattern of behavior whereby a person's actions become a necessary part of how he is judged or thought to be. One such example of chivalry from Walter Scott's "Ivanhoe" is the passage where Lord Athelstane is described. The narrator also mentions how he was "determined not only to deprive the Disinherited Knight Ivanhoe of his powerful succour [and] make him feel the weight of his battle-axe." This involves showing off one's strength and bravery and also trying to prove to the people that he is capable of doing brave deeds.

Thus, the correct answer is the third option.

Answer 2

Answer:

To keep things short it's

C. . . . Athelstane, confident of his strength, and to whom his flatterers, at least, ascribed great skill in arms, had determined not only to deprive the Disinherited Knight of his powerful succour, but, if an opportunity should occur, to make him feel the weight of his battle-axe.

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