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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Introduction, Section II, Asser and his Life of King Alfred.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Asser meet Alfred the Great?
(a) They were childhood friends.
(b) Alfred summoned him.
(c) Asser was assigned to aid him in negotiations.
(d) Asser petitioned him.

2. What county was protected against invaders during the reign of Alfred the Great?
(a) Avon.
(b) Cork.
(c) Wessex.
(d) Kent.

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

4. Asser aided negotiations between Alfred the Great and ______.
(a) Welsh kings.
(b) Vikings.
(c) English kings.
(d) Local nobility.

5. What is the origin of Asser's name?
(a) German.
(b) African.
(c) Hebrew.
(d) Danish.

Short Answer Questions

1. What audience did Asser have in mind when he wrote his book?

2. One historian theorized that Life of King Alfred was written by whom?

3. When did Alfred the Great rule?

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

5. Why was Alfred the Great sent away in 853?

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