Social classes are set in place to define someone and to represent their lifestyle. In Medieval England people did not have the power to rise and increase their social status. The Knight’s Tale shows the boldness and failures of characters which represent a wide variety of social classes. Count Adhemar was of the noble class and as a knight was suppose to be a humble, respectful man, yet he was the complete opposite. William Thatcher was born a peasant, yet he showed traits that a true knight would have. The lady blacksmith was a prime example of a character who, in medieval times, did not belong where they were. These characters are fine examples of the fallacies hidden in Medieval England.
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William thatcher was born of Cheapside, one of the poorest cities of England. His father would take him to jousting matches when he was little of age. William would tell his father of how he would become a knight one day, and the others made fun of William saying that he would never be able to become a high ranking knight. yet, Williams father told him that it was possible for one to change their stars and that he took to heart. William is the textbook definition of a true knight. He shows determination and humbleness. For example he was willing to draw one joust so that his competitor would not look a fool. He showed characteristics of being merciful and Joseleen could see it in him unlike Adhemar. William’s determination came from the words of his father, “Change your stars”. In the times William were living in this statement was impossible. Some things happen for a reason and William sought out every possibility he could find in order for him to break the barriers of societal standards. Although born a peasant William developed into a true knight, one who was respectful, prideful, and
A knight is one who should demonstrate qualities of respect, will natured, and be up to the …show more content…
William thatcher was born of Cheapside, one of the poorest cities of England. His father would take him to jousting matches when he was little of age. William would tell his father of how he would become a knight one day, and the others made fun of William saying that he would never be able to become a high ranking knight. yet, Williams father told him that it was possible for one to change their stars and that he took to heart. William is the textbook definition of a true knight. He shows determination and humbleness. For example he was willing to draw one joust so that his competitor would not look a fool. He showed characteristics of being merciful and Joseleen could see it in him unlike Adhemar. William’s determination came from the words of his father, “Change your stars”. In the times William were living in this statement was impossible. Some things happen for a reason and William sought out every possibility he could find in order for him to break the barriers of societal standards. Although born a peasant William developed into a true knight, one who was respectful, prideful, and