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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 33 - 90.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Alfred the Great fall among his siblings?
(a) The third child.
(b) The middle child.
(c) Oldest.
(d) Youngest.

2. What is not recorded in Asser's book?
(a) Alfred's alliances with other kings.
(b) Alfred's childhood.
(c) Alfred's death.
(d) Alfred's military activities.

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

4. What did Asser aid Alfred the Great in creating for many in his kingdom?
(a) A census.
(b) Law books.
(c) Translations of the Holy Bible.
(d) Curriculum.

5. In what district was Alfred the Great born?
(a) Stratford.
(b) Berkshire.
(c) Avon.
(d) London.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Asser meet Alfred the Great?

2. In addition to a priest, Asser was a ______.

3. Who was Inglid's brother?

4. Who was pope when Alfred was sent to Rome?

5. How many brothers did Alfred the Great have?

(see the answer key)

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