Exploring the Arthurian Legends

Who is considered to have written the first version of Arthur that included the Round Table of knights?

• Krakien

• Thomas Mallory

• William of Nubra

• Geoffrey of Monmouth

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What significant artifact is associated with King Arthur in the legends?

• The Scepter of Truth

• Excalibur

• The Crown of Thorns

• The Shield of Valor

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Which king was forced to 'kill' King Arthur's legend to maintain control?

• King Henry II

• King John

• King Edward I

• King Richard I

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What was the name of the castle that local legend claims was the seat of King Arthur?

• Nottingham Castle

• Cadbury Castle

• Dover Castle

• Warwick Castle

In which century did Thomas Mallory write his famous version of the Arthurian legends?

• 14th century

• 15th century

• 16th century

• 12th century

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What was the name of the Welsh poem that references an early version of Arthur?

• Beowulf

• Divine Comedy

• Eager Doddin

• Canterbury Tales

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Who was the wizard that advised King Arthur according to Geoffrey of Monmouth?

• Albus Dumbledore

• Saruman

• Merlin

• Gandalf

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What was the name of the prince that Henry II planned to replace with his brother?

• Prince Arthur

• Prince Edward

• Prince Charles

• Prince Owen

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Which king was known for reducing castles to surrender quickly?

• King George III

• King Henry II

• King Henry VIII

• King Edward III

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What was the name of the church that dominated the top of Glastonbury Tor?

• St. Paul's Cathedral

• Notre Dame

• St. Peter's Basilica

• St. Michael's Church

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