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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 King James Bible
- The Canterbury Tales
- The Norman Conquest
- Beowulf (correct)
Who is considered a significant figure in the development of the legitimacy of vernacular Middle English?
Who is considered a significant figure in the development of the legitimacy of vernacular Middle English?
- Geoffrey Chaucer (correct)
- Johannes Gutenberg
- King James
- William the Conqueror
Which event helped to standardize the English language?
Which event helped to standardize the English language?
- The Anglo-Saxon invasion
- The Norman Conquest
- The Great Vowel Shift
- The invention of the printing press (correct)
What language became the standard language of courts, parliament, and polite society after the Norman conquest of England?
What language became the standard language of courts, parliament, and polite society after the Norman conquest of England?
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What is the name of the London-based form of English that became widespread in the late 15th century?
What is the name of the London-based form of English that became widespread in the late 15th century?
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Old English Literature
- "Beowulf" is regarded as the most famous work in Old English literature, featuring themes of heroism and epic battles.
Vernacular Middle English
- Geoffrey Chaucer is a significant figure in the development of vernacular Middle English, elevating its legitimacy through works like "The Canterbury Tales."
Standardization of English
- The introduction of the printing press in the late 15th century played a crucial role in standardizing the English language, promoting consistency in spelling and grammar.
Language of the Post-Norman Conquest
- After the Norman conquest of England in 1066, French became the standard language of courts, parliament, and polite society, significantly influencing English vocabulary and structure.
London-Based English
- The London dialect of English emerged as the dominant form of the language in the late 15th century, becoming widely adopted in literature and spoken communication.
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