Quiz & Worksheet - Literature in Middle English

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Print Middle English: Definition & Literature Worksheet

1. Middle English can be described as which one of the following?

A bridge between Old English and late modern English
The language that was spoken by the lower classes in England
A bridge between Old English and early modern English
The language that was spoken by the middle class in England

2. Middle English borrowed words from where?

Several other languages
Old English slang
Only one or two languages
None of the answers are correct; Middle English was an entirely original language.

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This quiz and worksheet combo gauges your understanding of literature in Middle English. You will be quizzed on the development of Middle English, major authors, and the characteristics of Middle English literature.

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Use these assessment tools to assess your knowledge of:

The historical development of Middle English
Characteristics of the language
Common themes of Middle English literature
A famous Middle English author

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This worksheet and quiz let you practice the following skills:

Reading comprehension - ensure that you draw the most important information from the related lesson on Middle English literature
Making connections - use understanding of the historical context to trace the development and evolution of the English language
Information recall - access the knowledge you've gained regarding characteristics of Middle English and its literature
Knowledge application - use your knowledge to answer questions about literature in Middle English

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To learn more about Middle English, review the corresponding lesson on Literature in Middle English. This lesson will help you:

Recognize key characteristics of Middle English
Identify several Middle English authors
Understand the historical development of Middle English
Learn common themes of Middle English literature

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In 1066, the Normans brought a form of this language to England:

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1. Middle English can be described as which one of the following?

2. Middle English borrowed words from where?

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