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Who is often referred to as the 'Father of English Literature'?
Who is often referred to as the 'Father of English Literature'?
- Beowulf
- Geoffrey Chaucer (correct)
- William Shakespeare
- John Milton
Which work is a significant example of Old English Literature?
Which work is a significant example of Old English Literature?
- Beowulf (correct)
- Hamlet
- The Canterbury Tales
- Paradise Lost
During which period did William Shakespeare emerge as a prominent playwright and poet?
During which period did William Shakespeare emerge as a prominent playwright and poet?
- Renaissance and Elizabethan Era (1500-1600) (correct)
- 17th Century
- Middle English Literature (1100-1500)
- Early and Medieval Literature (up to 1500)
Which literary work offers insights into medieval society?
Which literary work offers insights into medieval society?
Which period saw the English Civil War and the works of John Milton, including 'Paradise Lost'?
Which period saw the English Civil War and the works of John Milton, including 'Paradise Lost'?
What are the various forms of writing included in English literature?
What are the various forms of writing included in English literature?
Who is often referred to as the 'Father of English Literature' and why?
Who is often referred to as the 'Father of English Literature' and why?
What is a significant work from the period of Old English Literature (up to 1100)?
What is a significant work from the period of Old English Literature (up to 1100)?
What insights into medieval society does Geoffrey Chaucer's 'The Canterbury Tales' offer?
What insights into medieval society does Geoffrey Chaucer's 'The Canterbury Tales' offer?
What historical events and literary works are associated with the 17th century in English literature?
What historical events and literary works are associated with the 17th century in English literature?
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Study Notes
Key Figures in English Literature
- Geoffrey Chaucer is often referred to as the 'Father of English Literature'.
Old English Literature (up to 1100)
- A significant example of Old English Literature is Beowulf.
Elizabethan Era (1558-1603)
- During this period, William Shakespeare emerged as a prominent playwright and poet.
Middle English Literature (1100-1500)
- Geoffrey Chaucer's 'The Canterbury Tales' offers insights into medieval society.
17th Century English Literature
- This period saw the English Civil War and the works of John Milton, including 'Paradise Lost'.
Forms of English Literature
- English literature includes various forms of writing, such as poetry, plays, and novels.
Overview of English Literature
- English literature encompasses works from Old English to Modern English, including plays, poetry, and novels, reflecting historical events and societal insights.
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