In the epic Beowulf, the character of the thegn is introduced. Which statement most accurately defines the thegn's role?

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A thegn is a fighter pledged to serve and remain loyal to an Anglo-Saxon noble.A thegn represents an early capitalist group that opposed guild organizations.A thegn is a soldier who avoids military duties by paying a fee.A thegn is an Anglo-Saxon noble who follows the comitatus code of loyalty.

Explanation

Option A is correct because a thegn was a warrior who committed his allegiance to an Anglo-Saxon lord. Options B and C are incorrect as they misrepresent the thegn's social and military role. Option D confuses the thegn with an Anglo-Saxon lord participating in the comitatus bond, which is a related but distinct concept.