They gaped, meaning they stood there or sat there with their mouths open. They were mute with amazement. What did it mean that human and horse could develop this hue? Hue meaning color should grow to be grass green or greener still. So how is it possible that a human and a horse could becomeGreen enamel emboldened by bright gold,. Like no green porcelain, a decorated, emphasized, high lighted by bright gold. Many there weren't willing to take the risk to say anything. The hall fell hushed. It means be quiet.
Luke reads verses from a modernised version of this medieval poem, considered one of the masterpieces of Middle English literature.
Listen to hear the rhyme and rhythm of the poetry, the descriptive vocabulary and details of the story, with vocabulary explanations and comments from Luke.
This is part 2 of a double episode about this story. Video version available with on-screen text.
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