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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Introduction, Section II, Asser and his Life of King Alfred.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What time period is not recorded in Asser's book?
(a) The 880s.
(b) The 860s.
(c) The 890s.
(d) The 870s.

2. How long did Asser probably stay with Alfred?
(a) Eight weeks.
(b) Six months.
(c) Eight months.
(d) A year.

3. When did Asser die?
(a) 909.
(b) The exact date of his death is not known.
(c) 899.
(d) 907.

4. Which of the following themes does NOT characterize the political history of Anglo-Saxon England in the first half of the ninth century?
(a) The impact of the invasions in England.
(b) The growing economic struggles in London's business center.
(c) An alliance developed between the two kingdoms.
(d) Balance of power changes started to favor Wessex over Mercia.

5. Whom did Alfred the Great come to rule in 871?
(a) The Northern Angles.
(b) The East Saxons.
(c) The Celts.
(d) The West Saxons.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Asser later become?

2. What did Asser aid Alfred the Great in creating for many in his kingdom?

3. What book served as a style guide for Asser's book?

4. How many brothers did Alfred the Great have?

5. What career did Asser have?

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