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Which work is considered the most famous in Old English literature?
Which work is considered the most famous in Old English literature?
- The Dream of the Rood
- Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
- Beowulf (correct)
- The Canterbury Tales
When did the Chancery Standard period of English language end?
When did the Chancery Standard period of English language end?
- 1400s
- 1066
- 5th century
- 1470s (correct)
During which period did French become the standard language of courts, parliament, and polite society in England?
During which period did French become the standard language of courts, parliament, and polite society in England?
- Old English
- Middle English (correct)
- Anglo-Saxon period
- Chancery Standard period
Which territories are included in the regions where English literature is written?
Which territories are included in the regions where English literature is written?
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What is the earliest form of English called?
What is the earliest form of English called?
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Study Notes
Old English Literature
- The most famous work in Old English literature is Beowulf.
English Language Development
- The Chancery Standard period of English language ended in the 15th century.
French Influence on English
- French became the standard language of courts, parliament, and polite society in England during the Norman Conquest period (1066-1154).
English Literature Regions
- English literature is written in various territories, including the United Kingdom, Ireland, the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries where English is spoken.
Early English
- The earliest form of English is called Anglo-Saxon or Old English.
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