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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sir Orfeo.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Sir Gawain finds an old cavern, covered in green patches, who does he say lives there?
(a) The Green Knight.
(b) The Devil.
(c) Orcs.
(d) Nymphs.

2. How many blasts do the hunters blow on their bugles to call the dogs to the hunt?
(a) 4.
(b) 3.
(c) 5.
(d) 6.

3. What kind of portion is served to the noble guests given the coming of the new year?
(a) Single.
(b) Endless.
(c) Triple.
(d) Double.

4. What does Sir Orfeo do that brings all of the animals around him?
(a) Cries.
(b) Sings.
(c) Plays his harp.
(d) Sleeps.

5. What kind of gems does the girl have on her majestic robes in "Pearl"?
(a) Opals.
(b) Saphires.
(c) Pearls.
(d) Rubys.

Short Answer Questions

1. While Sir Gawain is riding away, what do his well-wishers say he should be deemed?

2. How is Sir Gawain related to King Arthur?

3. What does "the lord" tell Sir Gawain to do instead of go to the Green Chapel?

4. What happens as Lady Heurodis awakens from her nap under the tree?

5. How many knights does the "king" bring with him after Lady Heurodis refuses to see him?

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