Medieval Literature Quiz

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Allegory

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Characters and events symbolize abstract concepts

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Chivalry in medieval literature

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Code of conduct for knighthood

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Feudalism

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Social system: land for military service

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Definition of an epic

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Long narrative poem detailing significant heroic deeds

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Fable

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Short story with animals, conveys moral lesson

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Characteristic of medieval romance

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Focus on chivalric heroes and adventures

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Courtly Love

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Idealized, often unattainable devotion

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Feudal Lords

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Nobles granting land for military service

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Role of a minstrel in medieval society

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Singer or musician performing songs and poems

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Saga

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Long story of heroic achievement, oral tradition