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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. What positive aspects of Alfred the Great's reign did Asser discuss?
(a) His parties.
(b) His hobbies.
(c) His family.
(d) His accomplishments.

2. Those who disobeyed Alfred were often ______.
(a) Ignored.
(b) Imprisoned.
(c) Banished.
(d) Humiliated.

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

4. What did the pope do to Alfred?
(a) Ordained him as a priest.
(b) Anointed him as king.
(c) Ex-communicate him.
(d) Blessed his military activities.

5. Where were the Vikings in 855?
(a) Sheppey.
(b) Surrey.
(c) Wessex.
(d) London.

Short Answer Questions

1. Though Alfred grew in prominence, he was still plagued by what?

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

3. What was the relationship between Pope Marinus and Alfred the Great?

4. What kingdom was Asser from?

5. Where was Asser before he met Alfred?

(see the answer key)

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