“The rituals of chivalry empowered women.” Write an essay that responds to this statement, referencing The
History of the Franks by Gregory of Tours, and at least three of the assigned Lais of Marie de France for
evidence. The Lais may be used to assess chivalry, and The History of the Franks may be used to assess the
situation of women before the rise of the chivalrous ethos.
You may agree with the statement entirely; disagree with it entirely; or modify it in some way in order to make it
more accurate in your view. Please note that your claim clarification should address the character and scope of
women’s influence in the two texts.

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