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Continental Precedents in Medieval Literature

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Continental Precedents in Medieval Literature

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Which of the following works was written by Wolfram von Eschenbach?

Le Roman de la Rose
Parzifal (correct)
Lancelot, the Knight of the Cart
Erec and Enide

Which of the following is considered the first Arthurian romance?

Le Roman de la Rose
Parcifal
Lancelot, the Knight of the Cart
Erec and Enide (correct)

What genre is Le Roman de la Rose categorized as?

Breton lay
Arthurian romance
Allegorical dream vision (correct)
Epic poem

Which author is credited with writing Lancelot, the Knight of the Cart?

<p>Chrétien de Troyes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'minnesinger'?

<p>A medieval poet who wrote about courtly love (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Marie de France

12th-century poet known for Breton lays.

Chrétien de Troyes

12th-century author of the first Arthurian romance, Erec and Enide.

Parzifal

A story by Wolfram von Eschenbach about the Holy Grail.

Le Roman de la Rose

An allegorical poem about courtly love by Guillaume de Lorris and Jean de Meun.

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Arthurian romance

Literary genre centered around King Arthur and his knights' adventures.

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Continental Precedents and Inspirations

Marie de France (end of 12th century): Lived at Henry II's court. Known for Breton lays.
Chrétien de Troyes (1135-1185): Wrote Erec and Enide (1170) – considered the first Arthurian romance, Parcifal of Wales, and the Story of the Holy Grail, and Lancelot, the Knight of the Cart.
Wolfram von Eschenbach (1170-1220): German minnesinger. Wrote Parzifal.
Guillaume de Lorris and Jean de Meun: Created Le Roman de la Rose (1230-1275). An allegorical dream vision about courtly love.

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Explore the influential works of medieval literature from notable authors like Marie de France, Chrétien de Troyes, and Wolfram von Eschenbach. This quiz covers iconic texts including Erec and Enide and Le Roman de la Rose, highlighting their impact on courtly love and Arthurian romance. Test your knowledge on these literary pioneers and their contributions!