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

  • Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
  • The Dream of the Rood
  • Beowulf (correct)
  • The Canterbury Tales

During which period did French become the standard language of courts, parliament, and polite society in England?

  • Middle English (correct)
  • Old English
  • Anglo-Saxon
  • Chancery Standard

When did the written form of the Anglo-Saxon language become less common?

  • During the Chancery Standard period
  • After the Norman conquest of England in 1066 (correct)
  • After the development of Old English
  • During the Anglo-Saxon invasion in the fifth century

Which period of English literature is associated with the Chancery Standard?

<p>Late Middle English (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which territories are included in the scope of English literature as mentioned in the text?

<p>United Kingdom, United States, Republic of Ireland (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which language became the standard language of courts, parliament, and polite society in England following the Norman conquest?

<p>French (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most famous work in Old English literature?

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

What is the term used for the English language spoken after the Normans came to England?

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

In which century did the Chancery Standard, marking the end of Middle English, come into use?

<p>15th century (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the earliest forms of English brought to Great Britain by Anglo-Saxon invaders in the fifth century called?

<p>Anglo-Frisian dialects (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Old English Literature

  • The most famous work in Old English literature is considered to be Beowulf.
  • The Anglo-Saxon language, also known as Old English, was brought to Great Britain by Anglo-Saxon invaders in the fifth century.

The Norman Conquest

  • Following the Norman conquest, French became the standard language of courts, parliament, and polite society in England.
  • The written form of the Anglo-Saxon language became less common after the Norman conquest.

Middle English

  • The period of English literature associated with the Chancery Standard is Middle English.
  • The Chancery Standard, marking the end of Middle English, came into use in the 15th century.

English Language

  • The term used for the English language spoken after the Normans came to England is Middle English.
  • The scope of English literature includes territories such as England, Great Britain, etc.

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