How does Tennyson effectively retell Sir Bedivere’s actions? Tennyson’s version highlights Sir Bedivere’s second attempt to get rid of the sword. Tennyson’s version conveys Sir Bedivere’s desire to please the king regardless of his feelings. Tennyson’s version highlights how Sir Bedivere thought that the sword was a burden. Tennyson’s version conveys Sir Bedivere’s extreme reluctance to get rid of the sword.