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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Arthur begin to eat during the celebrations?
(a) After hearing a tale.
(b) After all others have been served.
(c) After hearing of a knightly deed.
(d) All of these listed.

2. What will the successful knight receive from the Green Knight if he succeeds at trading strikes with the Green Knight?
(a) His wife.
(b) His castle.
(c) An axe.
(d) A magic shield.

3. What color are the Green Knights spurs?
(a) Gold.
(b) Silver.
(c) Pewter.
(d) Green.

4. What does Arthur announce he can do given the Green Knight's visit?
(a) Sing.
(b) Rest soundly.
(c) Dance.
(d) Eat.

5. What flies out from the Green Knight's horse's hooves as the Green Knight rode out of Arthur's castle?
(a) Blood.
(b) Green dust.
(c) Sparks.
(d) Green liquid.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does the Green Knight request to receive his blow?

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

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

4. What kind of portion is served to the noble guests given the coming of the new year?

5. Who does Sir Gawain sit next to during the holiday feasts?

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