Anglo-Saxon Notes Quiz

Beowulf was written during which time period?

• Roman period

• Anglo-Saxon period

• Celtic period

• Norman period

What does BCE stand for?

• Before Common Era

• Before Christian Era

• Before Current Era

• Before Century Era

Who were the leaders of the Celts?

• Kings

• Druids

• Chieftains

• Emperors

What were Druids responsible for?

• Building roads

• Reciting myths and legends

• Leading armies

• Trading goods

How long did the Romans rule England?

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 300 years

• 400 years

In the Anglo-Saxon hierarchy, who is at the top?

• Thanes

• Commoners

• King

• Warriors

What is expected of the King in the Anglo-Saxon hierarchy?

• To be loyal to the thanes

• To be generous, a powerful warrior, and serve his people

• To be a skilled farmer

• To be a religious leader

Who were the people at the bottom of the Anglo-Saxon hierarchy?

• Thanes

• Commoners

• Nobles

• Warriors

What was the Mead Hall commonly known for?

• Battles and wars

• Parties, dinners, drunkenness, and music

• Religious ceremonies

• Market trading

What was the religion of the Anglo-Saxons?

• Christianity

• Paganism

• Judaism

• Islam