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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. While Sir Gawain is riding away, what do his well-wishers say he should be deemed?
(a) A duke.
(b) A king.
(c) A baron.
(d) A marquis.

2. What dos the "lady of the castle" bring to Sir Gawain on his first night?
(a) Meat.
(b) Wine.
(c) Bread.
(d) Grains.

3. During the summer, what kind of winds blows lightly on the seeds and herbs?
(a) Chamsin.
(b) Grigale.
(c) Zephyr.
(d) Vardar.

4. On what day does Sir Gawain pray to the Blessed Virgin during his quest to find the Green Knight?
(a) Christmas Eve.
(b) Twelfth Night.
(c) Hocktide.
(d) Christmas Day.

5. What is the name of Sir Gawain's horse?
(a) Calibar.
(b) Gringalet.
(c) Secace.
(d) Ceingalad.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does the Green Knight greet as he enters Arthur's castle?

2. What names does the Green Knight say that most men know him by?

3. Who is the third to volunteer to take the Green Knight's challenge?

4. What encrusts the circlet on Sir Gawain's helmet?

5. What does the Green Knight do with his own head?

(see the answer key)

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