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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. After the Green Knight tells Arthur's court of his challenge, what color do his eyes gleam?
2. What prey is forbidden to be slain by "the lord"?
3. What kind of portion is served to the noble guests given the coming of the new year?
4. What is another name for the pentangle?
5. What names does the Green Knight say that most men know him by?
Short Essay Questions
1. Instead of a battle, what does the Green Knight wish to do?
2. What happens when the first course is served during the Christmas celebration in "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight"?
3. Why is the Green Knight surprised by the lack of response to his challenge?
4. What do "the lord" and Sir Gawain agree to on the night of the first hunt?
5. On the night of the second hunt, what do "the lord" and Sir Gawain trade as their spoils?
6. Why are those who bid Sir Gawain good luck on his journey saddened by his departure?
7. What two things does the Green Knight hold in his hands?
8. What happens on the first day of the hunt in Sir Gawain's chamber?
9. What arrangement do "the lord" and Sir Gawain make regarding the spoils of their days?
10. Why does Sir Gawain refuse to tell "the lord" where he got his kiss from?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In both "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight" and "Pearl" religious belief can be seen as important to survival. In what ways do both texts illustrate the importance of religious faith? Find at least three examples from each text and compare how each is illustrated in the texts.
Essay Topic 2
Symbolism is used in various ways throughout the text. Choose three different images (animals, castles, fabric, armor decoration) and explain what the object symbolizes, why it is important to the text, and the meaning of the object's use.
Essay Topic 3
The role of women in each of the tales provide descriptions of powerful women who change the lives of the men around them. Discuss the role of the women in each of the texts. Why is the woman important? Why is her role important? How does she change the life of those around her?
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