Literary History recap lesson

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 5

What do you remember about Beowulf?

Who wrote the story of Beowulf and why is that characteristic for the time in which it orginated?

When was Beowulf written?

1. In 500
2. In 700
3. In 800
4. In 1815

What is the main issue/conflict in Beowulf?

Who was the most famous author of the Middle Ages and what did he write?

1. William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet (ao)
2. Sir Patrick Spens, The Ballad of Sir Patrick Spens
3. Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales
4. Daniël Revet, Tales from Vierlingsbeek

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Give a short summary of 'The Ballad of Sir Patrick Spens'

What is the volta in Spenser's Sonnet 15? (Ye tradeful merchants...)

Okay, we've gone through different ages and literary works

Tomorrow, you will get a practice test in which you can test your knowledge. 

It will resemble the assignments you will get on the test, but of course the questions will be different. 

Questions? Let me know