Which of the following best defines wergild ?

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Which of the following texts provides the best example of the comitatus ethic ?

A. Caedmon’s Hymn B. The Battle of Maldon C. The Canterbury Tales D. The Dream of the Rood...

How did French become the dominant language of England ?

A. King Alfred wanted all educated people to speak French. B. Many English nobles preferred French because of the culture’s superior poetry. C. Edward the Confessor’s wife was French, and she had great influence at court. D. After the successful invasion of England, the language of William of Normandy became the language of the elite....

In Acrene Wisse, what is the author’s advice regarding priests ?

A. Priests should be used as examples of ecclesiastical life. B. Priests should be avoided, because men are bad influences. C. Priests should offer anchoresses their only connection to the outside world. D. Priests should be honored, because men are naturally more spiritual....

Which of the following themes do both Julian of Norwich and Catherine of Siena explore ?

A. the idea that community is essential to salvation B. the concept of dualism of body and soul C. the concept of a sensual God D. the idea that God is separate from the human experience of love...

In the context of Medieval literature, what does “outer rule” mean ?

A. it includes issues that pertain to the heart B. it refers to anchoress’ everyday behavior C. it is part of the anchoress’ inner self D. it is the most important part of Ancrene Wisse...