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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter I, Asser's Life of King Alfred, Paragraphs 1 - 32.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What book served as a style guide for Asser's book?
(a) Atkinson's Gift of Stories.
(b) Einhard's Life of Charlemagne.
(c) Seagrave's Dragon Lady.
(d) Tuchman's A Distant Mirror.

2. Why did Asser never attempt to circulate his book?
(a) He knew Alfred would not approve.
(b) He could not find a publisher.
(c) It was too expensive to print.
(d) It was never finished.

3. What new wife did Aethewulf bring from Rome?
(a) Judith.
(b) Catherine.
(c) Mary.
(d) Anne.

4. What did Asser later become?
(a) A royal court attendant.
(b) A bishop.
(c) A university dean.
(d) A literary publisher.

5. When was Alfred the Great born?
(a) 850.
(b) The year of his birth is not known for sure.
(c) 832.
(d) 849.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many brothers did Alfred the Great have?

2. What is listed in paragraph two?

3. How was the kingdom split between father and son?

4. What kind of phraseology does Asser use in his book?

5. How long did Asser probably stay with Alfred?

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