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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight · Character

Noah

Biblical figure mentioned in the poem's allusions.

minor

First appearance: sir gawain and the green knight

Noah first appears in 0002 sir gawain and the green knight.

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  • Supporting and allusive figures
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Story tension across the book.

SetupBreaking pointAftermathClimax
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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