Young Arthur - Vocabulary 1

Match each archetypal character to its description.

• The Damsel in Distress

• The warrior, adventurer, rescuer, or savior; a character who embodies goodness and virtue

• The Villain

• A female character, often portrayed as vulnerable and in need of rescue, typically by a hero, symbolizing innocence, helplessness, or the challenges that drive the protagonist’s quest.

• The Hero

• A wise and experienced figure who guides, teaches, and supports the hero on their journey, often providing knowledge, skills, or moral insight to help them succeed.

• The Mentor

• The enemy; a character who embodies evil and comes into conflict with the hero.

As the sole _______________ to his father’s vast estate, he suddenly found himself burdened with immense wealth and responsibility.

• Arthurian Legend

• mentor

• hero

• sage

• heir

As a seasoned journalist, she had to be ____________________ to handle the relentless criticism from both readers and colleagues.

• posh

• gullible

• clueless

• thick-skinned

• well- groomed

Raised in the same household, the two ________________________ developed a bond stronger than many biological siblings.

• heirs

• mentors

• foster brothers

• damsels

• legends

The orphan-turned-savior is a classic ____________________, appearing in stories from Oliver Twist to Harry Potter.

• Arthurian Legend

• literary archetyep

• chivalry

• heir

• foster brother

Every superhero has an _______________ that explains the trials and transformations that shaped their identity.

• heir

• foster brother

• Arthurian Legend

• origin story

• Literary Archetype

Though the age of knights has long passed, the ideals of _______________ still influence modern notions of honor and respect.

• foster brothers

• chivalry

• heirs

• archetypes

• damsels in distress

"______________ is a body of stories and medieval romances, centering on the legendary King Arthur. Originally a folklore figure, Arthur is said to be a British leader who fought against Saxon invaders in the late 5th and early 6th centuries. Over time, he became the central figure in a mythology that includes themes of chivalry, magic, and noble questing. Key elements of __________ include the mystical sword Excalibur, the Knights of the Round Table, the wizard Merlin, and the quest for the Holy Grail. These tales symbolize the ideals of medieval knighthood and have been adapted and retold across various cultures and artistic mediums, continuing to captivate audiences with their blend of heroic adventure and moral complexity.”

• Literary Archetype

• chivalry

• heir

• Greek Mythology

• Arthurian Legend

A universally recognized character, theme, symbol, or plot structure that recurs across literature, representing fundamental human experiences and emotions. These _______________, rooted in mythology, folklore, and psychology, serve as timeless narrative patterns that shape storytelling, providing readers with familiar frameworks through which they can interpret complex themes and characters.

• heirs

• foster brothers

• Greek myths

• archetypes

• knights