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

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

3. According to the Green Knight, when will the challenging knight receive his strikes?
(a) In four months time.
(b) By surprise.
(c) Within a fortnight.
(d) A year and a day.

4. What do "the lord" and Sir Gawain promise to give to each other?
(a) Solitude.
(b) Wealth.
(c) Anything they obtain during the day.
(d) Happiness.

5. How many blows does Arthur tell Sir Gawain to give to the Green Knight?
(a) Only one.
(b) Three.
(c) As many as it takes to "fell" him.
(d) 25- the same number as kinghts at the Round Table.

Short Answer Questions

1. What realm does Sir Gawain first ride through on his quest to find the Green Knight?

2. Who is the first person that Arthur addresses after the Green Knight leaves his castle beheaded?

3. Who is the host of the Christmas celebration at the opening of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight?

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

5. When he first enters Arthur's castle, what is the Green Knight holding in one of his hands?

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