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History of English Literature Quiz
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History of English Literature Quiz

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Questions and Answers

Who is considered the father of English literature?

  • William Shakespeare
  • Beowulf
  • Geoffrey Chaucer (correct)
  • John Milton
  • Which literary period is known for its focus on reason, scientific observation, and the questioning of traditional beliefs?

  • Enlightenment (correct)
  • Romanticism
  • Victorian
  • Renaissance
  • Who is the author of the epic poem 'Paradise Lost'?

  • Alexander Pope
  • John Donne
  • William Wordsworth
  • John Milton (correct)
  • Which literary figure is known for his satirical work 'Gulliver's Travels'?

    <p>Jonathan Swift</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Literary Figures and Periods

    • Geoffrey Chaucer is considered the father of English literature.

    The Age of Reason

    • This literary period is known for its focus on reason, scientific observation, and the questioning of traditional beliefs.

    Epic Poetry

    • John Milton is the author of the epic poem 'Paradise Lost'.

    Satirical Works

    • Jonathan Swift is the literary figure known for his satirical work 'Gulliver's Travels'.

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    Test your knowledge of English literature history with this quiz. Questions cover prominent literary figures, major works, and influential literary periods.

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