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Anglo-Saxon Literature: TEST

Part 1: Vocabulary. Match the vocabulary word to its definition.
______ 1. Anglo-Saxon lyrics

A. Repetition of consonant sounds

______ 2. Scop

B. Rhythm of language

______ 3. Oral Tradition

C. Poetry celebrating deeds of heroes

______ 4. Heroic poetry

D. Composed for easy memorization and

recitation

______ 5. Elegiac poetry (elegy)

E. A purposefully placed pause
______ 6. Meter
______ 7. Caesura
______ 8. Alliteration
______ 9. Assonance

F. Poetry mourning the loss of someone or

something
G. The passing of stories by word of
mouth
H. Singer/Musician/Storyteller of the
mead-halls

______ 10. Admonish

I. Repetition of vowel sounds
______ 11. Sentinel
J. To advise or caution
______ 12. Fervent
K. Joy; great pleasure
______ 13. Rancor
L. Person or animal that guards
______ 14. Rapture
M. Ill will; bitter hate
______ 15. Epic
N. Having great warmth of feeling
______ 16. Reparation
O. A larger-than-life character
______ 17. Writhing
P. To purify or cleanse
______ 18. Purge
Q. Compensation for a wrong
______ 19. Solace
______ 20. Legendary hero

R. A long narrative poem celebrating

heroes, using elevated language in a
serious manner.
S. Comfort or relief
T. Making twisting or turning motions.

PART 2: List the five (5) groups of peoples who invaded the British Island
from 500 B.C. to A.D. 1066. List two specific details about them (Culture,
ways of life, etc.) which influenced the developing culture of Britain.
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Part 3: Short Answer. Write 1-3 sentences (or enough) to properly answer
each question. You may use only your textbook to back up your thoughts
with textual evidence (quotes, plot summary, etc.). You must use at least
one quote in each of your answers.
26. What kind of imagery is used in The Seafarer? How does the imagery
affect our empathy for and understanding of Anglo-Saxon life?
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27. In The Wanderer, what is the wanderer seeking? Explain how his
objective is special in relation to what you know of Anglo-Saxon life.
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28. In The Wifes Lament, how do kennings and alliteration illustrate or
emphasize the complex emotions felt by the wife? How do these poetic
elements add to the mournful quality of the wifes elegy?
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29. Heroic poetry and epics describe the deeds of heroes and serve as
foundational texts for societies. These texts teach lessons on how to be a
proper person in the individual societies. Using examples from The
Seafarer, The Wanderer, and Beowulf, explain what the Anglo-Saxons
believed a good or proper person to be (warrior, king, or general person).
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30. Beowulf provides us with a story of a hero who accomplishes many
mighty, legendary deeds. The story illustrates for readers the good
qualities of heroes and Anglo-Saxon people. However, in the story, these
good qualities are show to be dangerous and bad when taken to extremes.
Explain how one of the monsters in BeowulfGrendel, Grendels Mother, or
the Dragonexhibits the dangerous and extreme form of one such good
quality. Examples include pride turning to spite; loyalty turning to
vengeance and violence; glory turning to greed.
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