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What year was Edmund Spenser born?

  • 1562
  • 1552 (correct)
  • 1572
  • 1542

Which title is commonly associated with Edmund Spenser?

  • The King of Tragedy
  • The Father of English Literature
  • The Bard of Avon
  • The Prince of Poets (correct)

What degree did Edmund Spenser receive from Cambridge University?

  • B.A.
  • M.A. (correct)
  • Ph.D.
  • None of the above

Who became Edmund Spenser's friend during his time at Cambridge?

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What was the primary social status of the lady whom Edmund Spenser loved?

<p>Higher social pretentions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the occupation of Edmund Spenser's father?

<p>Dress maker (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Edmund Spenser's siblings is true?

<p>They did not get education in a big institution. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the literary forms discussed in Spenser's work 'The Faerie Queene'?

<p>Allegory (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant aspect of Edmund Spenser's educational experience?

<p>He was a bright pupil of a scholar named Mulcaster. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the financial situation of Edmund Spenser's family?

<p>His family struggled financially, affecting his siblings' education. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What social challenge did Edmund Spenser face in his romantic endeavors?

<p>The lady he loved had higher social pretensions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which year did Edmund Spenser receive his Master's degree?

<p>1576 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following epithets is associated with Edmund Spenser?

<p>The Prince of Poets (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Edmund Spenser's relationship with the lady he loved impact his life?

<p>It inspired many of his poems and literary works. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What literary work is mainly discussed in reference to Spenser's use of allegory?

<p>The Faerie Queene (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of Spenser's life is highlighted through the mention of Gabriel Harvey?

<p>Their friendship during Spenser's academic years. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact did Edmund Spenser's social aspirations have on his romantic pursuits?

<p>He actively sought to elevate his social status. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic best describes the education received by Edmund Spenser's siblings?

<p>They received no formal education due to financial constraints. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What year did Edmund Spenser obtain his M.A. degree?

<p>1576 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately represents Spenser's familial background?

<p>His father was a dressmaker in London. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of Spenser's character is highlighted through his education?

<p>His intelligence and scholarly nature. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about Spenser's romantic endeavors based on the information provided?

<p>He faced challenges due to his lower social standing. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did Gabriel Harvey play in Edmund Spenser's academic life?

<p>He became a close friend during his studies. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which literary contribution is particularly associated with Edmund Spenser?

<p>The epic poem (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What influence did Gabriel Harvey have on Edmund Spenser's life?

<p>He became a close friend and scholar for Spenser. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the financial situation of Edmund Spenser's family?

<p>They struggled financially and were not affluent. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the primary challenges Edmund Spenser faced in his romantic life?

<p>He sought the affection of a lady of higher social status. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What year marks the significant event of Edmund Spenser earning his M.A. degree?

<p>1576 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which title is NOT among the epithets associated with Edmund Spenser?

<p>The Father of Modern Poetry (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What sparked Edmund Spenser's romantic efforts towards the lady of higher social pretentions?

<p>He fell in love with her despite societal challenges. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Spenser's educational background relate to his literary achievements?

<p>It played a significant role in shaping his poetic style. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which relationship significantly impacted Edmund Spenser's life and work?

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Flashcards

Edmund Spenser's Birth Year

Edmund Spenser was born in 1552.

Spenser's Early Life

Spenser was born in London, his father was a tailor, and he attended Cambridge University.

Spenser's Education

Spenser earned his M.A. from Cambridge in 1576.

Spenser's Friend

Gabriel Harvey became Spenser's friend at Cambridge.

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Spenser's Love Life

Spenser was romantically interested in a woman with a higher social standing but was not reciprocated.

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Epithets for Spenser

He was called titles like "the poet's poet," "The Prince of Poets," and others.

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Spenser's Family

Spenser had a brother and a sister named John and Elizabeth.

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Spenser's Father's Status

Spenser's father wasn't wealthy, and his siblings did not receive a formal education in a good school.

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Edmund Spenser's Birth Year

Edmund Spenser was born in 1552.

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Spenser's Education

Spenser earned his Master of Arts (M.A.) degree from Cambridge University in 1576.

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Spenser's Friend at Cambridge

Gabriel Harvey was a prominent scholar and friend of Edmund Spenser at Cambridge.

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Spenser's Family Background

Spenser's father held a modest profession and wasn't wealthy; this impacted his siblings' educational prospects.

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Spenser's Unrequited Love

Spenser had a romantic interest in a higher-class woman, but their love was unreturned.

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Spenser's Early Life Location

Edmund Spenser lived in East Smithfield near the Tower of London.

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Spenser's Epithets

Spenser was known as "the poet's poet," "The Prince of Poets" and other accolades.

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Spenser's Brother and Sister

Spenser had siblings named John and Elizabeth.

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Spenser's Birth Year

Edmund Spenser was born in 1552.

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Spenser's Education

Spenser earned an M.A. from Cambridge University in 1576.

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Spenser's Friend

Gabriel Harvey was a prominent scholar and Spenser's friend at Cambridge.

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Spenser's Early Life

Spenser lived in East Smithfield, near the Tower of London

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Spenser's Family

Spenser had siblings named John and Elizabeth.

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Spenser's Father's Status

Spenser's father was a tailor and not wealthy.

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Spenser's Unrequited Love

Spenser was romantically interested in a higher class woman but wasn't reciprocated.

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Spenser's Epithets

Spenser had epithets like 'the poet's poet' and 'Prince of Poets'

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Spenser's Birth Year

Edmund Spenser was born in 1552.

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Spenser's Cambridge Degree

Spenser earned an M.A. from Cambridge University in 1576.

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Spenser's Friend

Gabriel Harvey was a scholar and Spenser's friend at Cambridge.

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Spenser's Early Life Location

Spenser lived in East Smithfield, near London's Tower.

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Spenser's Father's Profession

Spenser's father was a tailor.

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Spenser's Siblings

Spenser had a brother and a sister named John and Elizabeth.

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Spenser's Unrequited Love

Spenser was romantically interested in a higher-class woman, but it was not reciprocated.

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Spenser's Epithets

Spenser was known as "the poet's poet" and "The Prince of Poets," among other titles.

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