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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter IV, Miscellaneous Sources for the Reign of King Alfred.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Asser later become?
(a) A bishop.
(b) A royal court attendant.
(c) A literary publisher.
(d) A university dean.

2. What is the next document?
(a) A treaty.
(b) A debate.
(c) A letter.
(d) A transcription from a conversation.

3. The second part of the code is from whom?
(a) Edward.
(b) Alfred.
(c) Ine.
(d) Moses.

4. How long did Asser probably stay with Alfred?
(a) Eight months.
(b) Six months.
(c) Eight weeks.
(d) A year.

5. What benefit did the translations have for Alfred the Great?
(a) Interpersonal communication skills.
(b) Personal edification.
(c) Spiritual consolation.
(d) Education.

Short Answer Questions

1. Asser employed a translation of the annals from 851 to ______ to compose his book.

2. What did Alfred contribute to the translation of Pope Gregory's work?

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

4. When did Pope Marinus die?

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

(see the answer key)

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