5 Questions
When did the English language start to develop?
More than 1,400 years ago
Which is the oldest known work in Old English?
Beowulf
What is the term for the form of English spoken after the Normans came?
Middle English
What influenced the change in the standard language of courts, parliament, and polite society after the Norman conquest of England?
The new aristocracy
Which territories are included in the regions where English literature is written?
United States, Republic of Ireland, former British Empire countries
Test your knowledge of English literature with this quiz! From classic British authors to American literary giants, this quiz covers the rich history of English language literature, spanning over 1,400 years. See how well you know the literary works from the UK, US, Republic of Ireland, and former British Empire countries.
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