Read the excerpt from "The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood.”

Question

Read the excerpt from "The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood.”

"Ay, marry, will I join with you all," quoth the Tinker, "for I love a merry life, and I love thee, good master, though thou didst thwack my ribs and cheat me into the bargain. Fain am I to own thou art both a stouter and a slyer man than I; so I will obey thee and be thine own true servant."

So all turned their steps to the forest depths, where the Tinker was to live henceforth.

What universal theme does this excerpt represent?

Money is everything.
Rebels inspire loyalty.
Obedience is better than rebellion.
Cheating will get you everywhere.

Answer 1

Rebels inspire loyalty.

Answer 2

The universal theme represented in this excerpt is "Rebels inspire loyalty."

Answer 3

The universal theme represented in this excerpt is "Rebels inspire loyalty." This theme suggests that the character Robin Hood, who is depicted as a rebel, inspires loyalty from others such as the Tinker. The Tinker, despite being cheated and mistreated by Robin Hood, chooses to join him and become his loyal servant. This theme explores the idea that individuals who rebel against authority or norms can gain the support and loyalty of others who admire their courage and values.