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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. What kind of portion is served to the noble guests given the coming of the new year?
(a) Triple.
(b) Single.
(c) Double.
(d) Endless.

2. According to the creed, how many joys did the Queen of Heaven have of her Child?
(a) 5.
(b) 4.
(c) 10.
(d) 1.

3. What does "the lord" wish Sir Gawain to do while he is at his castle?
(a) Deliver Mass.
(b) Rest.
(c) Find a wife.
(d) Hunt.

4. Why does Sir Gawain refuse to stay at "the lord's" castle longer than he has already?
(a) He has consumed too much already.
(b) King Arthur requires him back.
(c) His quest requires him to leave.
(d) He is too stricken with the lady.

5. Who is the host of the Christmas celebration at the opening of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight?
(a) The Green Knight.
(b) Queen Guinevere.
(c) Arthur.
(d) Sir Gawain.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who volunteers to take the Green Knights challenge first?

2. When does Arthur begin to eat during the celebrations?

3. On the morning that Sir Gawain leaves, what is the first thing that he asks for?

4. What do "the lord" and Sir Gawain promise to give to each other?

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

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