Medieval Literature

Who collected and published folktales between 1812-1815?

• Charles Perrault

• The Brothers Grimm

• Hans Christian Andersen

• Aesop

During a literature class, Anika was asked which of the following tales is part of Charles Perrault's 1697 collection?

• Hansel & Gretel

• Snow White

• Cinderella

• Little Red Riding Hood

What genre of stories often features elements reminiscent of the Middle Ages?

• Science Fiction

• Fairy Tales

• Historical Fiction

• Mystery

If you were reading a collection of Grimm's Fairy Tales, which story would you find?

• Sleeping Beauty

• Cinderella

• Little Red Riding Hood

• Beauty and the Beast

In which century was "Beowulf" written?

• 6th Century

• 7th Century

• 8th Century

• 9th Century

What did the main character in medieval romances often do?

• Stay at home

• Go on an adventure

• Work in a market

• Become a king

What ideals did medieval romances mirror?

• Wealth and power

• Chivalry

• Democracy

• Science

What role did the main character often have in medieval romances?

• A teacher

• A knight

• A scientist

• A farmer

What did medieval romances often explore?

• The ideals of democracy

• The challenges of chivalry

• The benefits of technology

• The importance of wealth

What type of table is associated with King Arthur and his knights?

• Square Table

• Round Table

• Rectangular Table

• Oval Table