English Literature Mcqs

A. He suggests the lack of knightly themes in Middle English poetry.
B. He alludes to an ancient Anglo-Saxon ruler.
C. He represents the link with Celtic mythology.
D. He suggests a continued tie with paganism.

A. “The Seafarer”
B. “Everyman”
C. “The Second Shepherds’ Play”
D. “The Dream of the Rood”

A. They introduced alliterative verse.
B. They introduced rhyming octosyllabic couplets.
C. They introduced iambic pentameter.
D. They introduced metaphor.

A. The exposure to new forms ended the production of lais.
B. This interaction led to the influence of Arthurian legend on French literature.
C. This interaction led to more stories about the English conversion to Christianity.
D. The cultural exchange led to more stories about ancient myths.

A. Sir Launfal
B. Chaucer’s The Wife of Bath
C. Chaucer’s Franklin’s Tale
D. Norwich’s Revelations of Divine Love

A. Mystery plays involve Christian themes, whereas morality plays do not.
B. Morality plays involve Christian themes, whereas mystery plays do not.
C. Morality plays were written individually, whereas mystery plays are in cycles.
D. Mystery plays were written individually, whereas morality plays are in cycles.

A. A return to reading poetry from the 11th and 12th centuries
B. The influence of southern courtly poets writing in French and Latin
C. A surge in English nationalism
D. The introduction to new poetic forms during the Norman invasion

A. Both use the comitatus ethic to explain their hero’s motivations.
B. Both include references toWilliam the Conqueror.
C. Both include the theme of broken promises between lovers.
D. Both feature mentions of the conversion from paganism.

A. Priests should be used as examples of ecclesiastical life.
B. Priests should be avoided, because men are bad influences.
C. Priests should offer anchoresses their only connection to the outside world.
D. Priests should be honored, because men are naturally more spiritual.

A. Hrothgar believes it is important to stay focused on revenge.
B. Pride is one of the deadly sins.
C. Pride causes one to appear immodest.
D. Extreme pride can cause one to be overly secure and make mistakes.