Read the excerpt from Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. Which statement best describes the King's actions?
The King, bold by nature,
Went up to that huge man
He welcomes the knight with proper manners.
O He shows strength in restraining the knight.
He asserts himself as a brave leader.
And said, "Knight, by heaven, your request is senseless.
He forces the knight to surrender.
What you ask is such madness you deserve to have it
granted.
No knight I know is afraid of your great words.
Give me your ax now, in the name of God.
And I shall grant the boon that you have requested."
He strides toward him and grasps him by the hand.