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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter II, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who, according to the text, created the pentangle?
(a) Solomon.
(b) Queen Guinevere.
(c) King Arthur.
(d) Saul.

2. Who does the Green Knight greet as he enters Arthur's castle?
(a) Sir Gawain.
(b) No one.
(c) Arthur.
(d) Queen Guinevere.

3. During the summer, what kind of winds blows lightly on the seeds and herbs?
(a) Vardar.
(b) Chamsin.
(c) Grigale.
(d) Zephyr.

4. What does Sir Gawain receive just before he leaves to find the Green Knight?
(a) Mass.
(b) Meats.
(c) Wine.
(d) Oils.

5. When does the Green Knight enter the banquet?
(a) After the fourth course.
(b) After the second course.
(c) After the third course.
(d) After the first course.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Green Knight do with his own head?

2. During the feast, what does Queen Guinevere sit upon?

3. What winds wrestle with the sun during the fall?

4. On what day does Sir Gawain pray to the Blessed Virgin during his quest to find the Green Knight?

5. What is another name for the pentangle?

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