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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 91 - 106.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many structures did Alfred the Great build?
(a) Many.
(b) Five.
(c) Four.
(d) Two.

2. Who made peace with the Vikings after Aethelred died?
(a) The Welsh.
(b) The Saxons.
(c) The Angles.
(d) The Celts.

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

4. How many brothers did Alfred the Great have?
(a) Three.
(b) Five.
(c) None.
(d) Four.

5. What kind of king was Alfred the Great, according to Asser?
(a) Excellent.
(b) Meek.
(c) Militaristic.
(d) Fierce.

Short Answer Questions

1. What county was protected against invaders during the reign of Alfred the Great?

2. Who were invading England during the reign of Alfred the Great?

3. Who of the following did NOT share the title "the Great" with Alfred?

4. What did King Aethewulf order his wife to do when he and Alfred returned to the kingdom?

5. When did Ceorl fight with the men of Devon?

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