English Literature History
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What is the most famous work in Old English literature?

  • Beowulf (correct)
  • Paradise Lost
  • The King James Bible
  • The Canterbury Tales
  • Which work played a significant role in the development of vernacular Middle English?

  • The Canterbury Tales (correct)
  • Beowulf
  • Paradise Lost
  • The Iliad
  • When did the Chancery Standard, a London-based form of English, become widespread?

  • 1400
  • 1439
  • 1066
  • 1470s (correct)
  • Who is credited with the invention of the printing press?

    <p>Johannes Gutenberg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event helped to standardize the English language?

    <p>The invention of the printing press by Johannes Gutenberg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Old English Literature

    • "Beowulf" is regarded as the most famous work in Old English literature, showcasing heroic themes and epic poetry.

    Middle English Development

    • Geoffrey Chaucer's "The Canterbury Tales" played a significant role in developing vernacular Middle English, using common dialects to reach a broader audience.

    Chancery Standard

    • The Chancery Standard, a form of English used by the royal court and official documents, became widespread in the late 15th century, promoting uniformity in language.

    Invention of the Printing Press

    • Johannes Gutenberg is credited with inventing the printing press around 1440, revolutionizing the production of books and aiding the spread of literacy.

    Standardization of English

    • The introduction of the printing press and the subsequent increase in printed materials helped standardize the English language, as texts began to circulate widely in a more consistent form.

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    Learn about the history and development of English literature, from its earliest forms in Old English to modern works from the English-speaking world.

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