English IV Final Exam Review

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Anglo-Saxons

Brutal, Barbaric, Violent people who merged to form one group and brought civilization, Christianity, and epic storytelling to Britain.

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Epics

Long narrative poems about heroes, often based on historical facts, that were originally told orally and later written down.

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Beowulf

An epic hero who kills the monster Grendel and his mother, and later fights a dragon, showcasing his supernatural abilities and bravery.

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Kennings

Phrases or quotes with hyphens that are used in epic poetry to create vivid descriptions.

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Good vs

The theme of Beowulf, where the hero battles against evil forces to protect his people.

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Canterbury Tales

A collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer, highlighting the corruption in England during the Middle Ages.

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Pilgrimage

A long religious journey, in this case, to see the relics of Thomas Beckett at the Canterbury Cathedral.

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Harry Bailey

The host of the pilgrims in the Canterbury Tales, who organizes a storytelling competition during the journey.

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Allegories

Popular type of literature during the Middle Ages, often used to convey moral or political messages.

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The Pardoner's Tale

A story within the Canterbury Tales, focusing on the theme of greed and the consequences it brings.

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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

A medieval romance where Sir Gawain accepts a challenge from the Green Knight and proves his honor.

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A Modest Proposal

A satirical essay by Jonathan Swift, suggesting a shocking solution to poverty and overpopulation in Ireland.

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The Passionate Shepherd to his Love

A pastoral poem by Christopher Marlowe, where a shepherd invites his love to live a simple and idyllic life with him.

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The Nymph's Reply to the Shepherd

A response poem by Sir Walter Raleigh, rejecting the shepherd's invitation and expressing a cynical view on love.