Question
Read the historical fact.
In medieval England, there was great tension between the Saxons and the Normans.
When reading Ivanhoe, it is helpful to know this fact because it explains
why many of the knights show indifference.
why Lady Rowena is the queen of the day.
why there is tension between the two sides in the tournament.
why the people of the tournament defer to Prince John.
In medieval England, there was great tension between the Saxons and the Normans.
When reading Ivanhoe, it is helpful to know this fact because it explains
why many of the knights show indifference.
why Lady Rowena is the queen of the day.
why there is tension between the two sides in the tournament.
why the people of the tournament defer to Prince John.
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When reading "Ivanhoe," it is helpful to know about the historical tension between the Saxons and the Normans because it explains **why there is tension between the two sides in the tournament**. The rivalry and animosity stemming from their historical conflict influences the interactions and attitudes of the characters during events such as the tournament, where the divide between Saxons and Normans is prominently highlighted.