English Literature History

Learn about the history and development of English literature, from Old English to modern times. Discover the origins of the English language and its literary works.

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Which work is considered the most famous in Old English literature?

Beowulf

What event helped to standardize the English language in the 15th century?

Invention of the printing press

Who is considered a significant figure in the development of vernacular Middle English literature?

Geoffrey Chaucer

Which form of English succeeded Old English after the Norman conquest of England?

<p>Middle English</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who authored the significant work 'The King James Bible' that contributed to standardizing the English language?

<p>King James I</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which literary work is considered the most famous in Old English?

<p>Beowulf</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event led to French becoming the standard language of courts, parliament, and polite society in England?

<p>The Norman conquest of England</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered a significant figure in the development of the legitimacy of vernacular Middle English?

<p>Geoffrey Chaucer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which work significantly contributed to standardizing the English language in the 15th century?

<p>The King James Bible</p> Signup and view all the answers

What form of English succeeded Old English after the Norman conquest of England?

<p>Middle English</p> Signup and view all the answers

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