The Ultimate English Literature History Quiz
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Who is the author of the book 'History of English Literature'?

  • Edward Albert (correct)
  • Oxford University Press
  • J. A. Stone
  • George G. Harrap
  • Which edition of the book 'History of English Literature' is this?

  • Second Edition
  • Fifth Edition (correct)
  • First Edition
  • Third Edition
  • Where is the headquarters of Oxford University Press located?

  • London
  • Athens
  • Calcutta (correct)
  • New York
  • What is the main objective of Oxford University Press?

    <p>To conduct research and scholarship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which company holds the copyright for this edition of the book?

    <p>George G. Harrap &amp; Co. Ltd.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the Middle English period, England saw many developments in its history, including the establishment of which dynasties?

    <p>Norman and Angevin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were some of the general movements of the Middle English period?

    <p>Rise of religious orders, blossoming of chivalry, and the Crusades</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a symptom of the growing intelligence during the Middle English period?

    <p>The literature of the period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant development in the English language during the Middle English period?

    <p>The development of Middle English with the gradual weakening of the inflexional system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the rise of chivalry and the spirit of romance during the Middle English period bring?

    <p>New sympathy for women and the poor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Book Information

    • The author of the book 'History of English Literature' is not specified.
    • The edition of the book 'History of English Literature' is not specified.
    • Oxford University Press is the publisher of the book, with its headquarters located in Oxford.
    • The main objective of Oxford University Press is not specified.
    • Oxford University Press holds the copyright for this edition of the book.

    Middle English Period

    • During the Middle English period, England saw the establishment of the Norman and Plantagenet dynasties.
    • Some of the general movements of the Middle English period include the rise of chivalry and the spirit of romance.
    • A symptom of the growing intelligence during the Middle English period was the establishment of universities.
    • A significant development in the English language during the Middle English period was the emergence of Middle English as a distinct language.
    • The rise of chivalry and the spirit of romance during the Middle English period brought a focus on courly love and heroic deeds.

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    Test your knowledge of the history of English literature in this quiz. From the earliest works to modern classics, challenge yourself with questions on key authors, movements, and literary periods.

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