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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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) Christmas Day.
(d) Hocktide.

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

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

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

5. What image, other than the pentangle, does Sir Gawain have on his shield?
(a) The image of the Cross.
(b) The image of Our Lady.
(c) The image of Christ.
(d) The image of the crucifixion.

Short Answer Questions

1. Prior to the rooster crowing _________ times, "the lord" left to hunt on the second day.

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

3. What does Sir Gawain ask the Green Knight to "restrain thee to"?

4. What is the first question that the Green Knights asks Sir Gawain?

5. What is the first word that Sir Gawain hears as he approaches the chapel?

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