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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter III, Extracts from the Writings of King Alfred.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the second work translated?
(a) Understanding of Psychology.
(b) Explanation of Nobility.
(c) Discourse on Faith.
(d) Consolation of Philosophy.

2. What was the first work that Alfred the Great had translated for himself?
(a) The Catholic Catechism.
(b) On Prayer.
(c) Pastoral Care.
(d) Dialogues on Faith.

3. When did Ceorl fight with the men of Devon?
(a) 849.
(b) 871.
(c) 851.
(d) 865.

4. How many candles did Alfred have made?
(a) Ten.
(b) Three.
(c) Twelve.
(d) Six.

5. Though Alfred grew in prominence, he was still plagued by what?
(a) Fear of the unknown future.
(b) Assassination attempts.
(c) Attacks by foreign peoples.
(d) Severe depression.

Short Answer Questions

1. What benefit did the translations have for Alfred the Great?

2. Where did Aethelstan slaughter the Viking army?

3. When Alfred received revenues, he apportioned much of it to ______ affairs.

4. Alfred's mother was descended from the ______ and Jutes.

5. Where were Alfred's candles burned?

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