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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, The Anonymous History of Abbot Ceolfrith.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What unique collection does Bede write that Benedict brought to England from his fifth trip to Rome?
(a) A collection of sheet music on which to focus chants.
(b) A collection of original copies of manuscripts of the Bible.
(c) A collection of paintings of the life of Christ.
(d) Stained glass windows from France.

2. Where was the monastery that the anonymous author report Ceolfrith joined?
(a) Gilling.
(b) Wearmouth.
(c) Jarrow.
(d) Melrose.

3. What official does Farmer report presided over the community of monks?
(a) The Cardinals.
(b) The regional bishop.
(c) The Pope.
(d) A local abbot.

4. How many monks did the anonymous author report Ceolfrith left behind at his monasteries?
(a) 60.
(b) 600.
(c) 150.
(d) 50.

5. What term does Farmer use to identify a community of monks?
(a) The Royal Order.
(b) The Holy Priesthood.
(c) The Holy Knights.
(d) Cenobites.

Short Answer Questions

1. After he listened to the chastisement, what does Bede report to be Cuthbert's response?

2. Over what issue did Wilfrid debate Bishop Colman according to Stephanus?

3. What apostle and New Testament book does the anonymous author on the history of Ceolfrith cite as his inspiration for writing the book.

4. On what date does the anonymous author report Ceolfrith boarded a ship to cross the sea to Gaul?

5. Who does Farmer claim enabled Wilfred to travel to visit other churches through Europe?

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