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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. In addition to a priest, Asser was a ______.
(a) Professor.
(b) Bishop.
(c) Philosopher.
(d) Writer.

2. Who of the following did NOT share the title "the Great" with Alfred?
(a) Otto.
(b) Andrew.
(c) Charles.
(d) Charlemagne.

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

4. What structures did Alfred build during his reign?
(a) Schools.
(b) Libraries.
(c) Fortresses.
(d) Monasteries.

5. When Alfred received revenues, he apportioned much of it to ______ affairs.
(a) Family.
(b) Spiritual.
(c) Secular.
(d) Military.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of king was Alfred the Great, according to Asser?

2. How many candles did Alfred have made?

3. What did Asser read aloud to Alfred the Great?

4. What is the origin of Asser's name?

5. When was Alfred the Great born?

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