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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Arthur begin to eat during the celebrations?
(a) After hearing a tale.
(b) All of these listed.
(c) After all others have been served.
(d) After hearing of a knightly deed.

2. Who is the first person that Arthur addresses after the Green Knight leaves his castle beheaded?
(a) Sir Gawain.
(b) Queen Guinevere.
(c) The guards.
(d) Himself.

3. At the opening of Chapter II of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, what color have the groves turned?
(a) Brown.
(b) Green.
(c) Red.
(d) Yellow.

4. Who does the Green Knight greet as he enters Arthur's castle?
(a) Sir Gawain.
(b) No one.
(c) Arthur.
(d) Queen Guinevere.

5. Who is the second to volunteer to take the Green Knights challenge?
(a) Sir Lionell.
(b) Sir Lucan.
(c) Sir Gawain.
(d) Sir Alymere.

Short Answer Questions

1. What realm does Sir Gawain first ride through on his quest to find the Green Knight?

2. According to the Green Knight, when will the challenging knight receive his strikes?

3. How many strikes does the Green Knight wish to trade with a knight?

4. During the feast, what does Queen Guinevere sit upon?

5. What kind of portion is served to the noble guests given the coming of the new year?

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