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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. What color glitters from the carpet that Sir Gawain steps upon before he leaves to find the Green Knight?
(a) Silver.
(b) Gold.
(c) Green.
(d) Blue.

2. What kind of portion is served to the noble guests given the coming of the new year?
(a) Endless.
(b) Triple.
(c) Double.
(d) Single.

3. How many blows does Arthur tell Sir Gawain to give to the Green Knight?
(a) 25- the same number as kinghts at the Round Table.
(b) Three.
(c) Only one.
(d) As many as it takes to "fell" him.

4. When does Arthur begin to eat during the celebrations?
(a) All of these listed.
(b) After hearing a tale.
(c) After hearing of a knightly deed.
(d) After all others have been served.

5. What color is Sir Gawain's shield?
(a) Blue.
(b) Gold.
(c) Red.
(d) Green.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. While Sir Gawain is riding away, what do his well-wishers say he should be deemed?

3. Where is Sir Gawain to meet the Green Knight to receive his own blow?

4. What moon has come when Sir Gawain begins to think of his quest for the Green Knight?

5. According to the creed, how many wounds did Christ receive upon the cross?

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