Anglo Saxon Period Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Which manuscipts contain most of Old English literature?
Old English poetry mostly
A
- Norwell Codex
- Junius Manuscript
- Exeter Book
- Vercelli Book
2
Q
Norwell Codex is also known as the?
as it contains said work
A
Beowulf Manuscript
3
Q
Junius Manuscript is also known as?
A
Caedmon Manuscript
4
Q
Old English Poetry - defining characterstics?
A
- Alliteration
- Accented Syllables
- Caesura
5
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