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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter II, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many strikes does the Green Knight wish to trade with a knight?
(a) 1.
(b) 3.
(c) 7.
(d) 4.

2. For how many days do the Christmas feasts take place?
(a) 3.
(b) 8.
(c) 7.
(d) 5.

3. Who volunteers to take the Green Knights challenge first?
(a) Sir Lancelot.
(b) Sir Galahad.
(c) Sir Bleoberis.
(d) Arthur.

4. How many miles away is the Green Chapel from "the lord's" castle?
(a) 3.
(b) 1.
(c) Half a mile.
(d) 2.

5. What is wound around the Green Knight's axe handle?
(a) Silk.
(b) Ivy.
(c) Lace.
(d) Thorns.

Short Answer Questions

1. On what day does "the lord" tell Sir Gawain he can leave his castle?

2. While Sir Gawain is riding away, what do his well-wishers say he should be deemed?

3. What will the successful knight receive from the Green Knight if he succeeds at trading strikes with the Green Knight?

4. What does Arthur announce he can do given the Green Knight's visit?

5. During the feast, what does Queen Guinevere sit upon?

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