11 Questions
What is the name of the university mentioned in the text?
Liber Guil Land Archipi Cant. & Concord University
Who or what is described as 'large ryddan-page lamp' in the text?
A book
What does 'paltar y poden fer land' refer to in the text?
Traveling over land
Who are described as 'pe cop magon' in the text?
Travelers
What is the main activity of 'hep gemason' mentioned in the text?
Craftsmanship
What language were the laws of kings written in before Alfred's time?
English
Who did Alfred want to be able to read books in 'the tongue we can all understand'?
Sons of his thanes
Which language were most books written in before Alfred decided it was time for a change?
Latin
Which important book was translated by King Alfred and his scholars?
Gregory the Great's Pastoral Rule
What was the book Universal History written by a Roman called Orosius about?
Universal events including geography
What language did Alfred decide 'those fit for higher learning' or priests would have to study?
Latin
Explore the significance of King Alfred's efforts to translate important books into English during his time. Learn about the transition from Latin to English in written literature and the impact on the education system of that era.
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