In the context of Medieval literature, what does “outer rule” mean ?

Related Mcqs:

1. In the context of Medieval literature, what does “inner rule” mean ?

   A. it includes issues that pertain to the heart
   B. it is part of the anchoress’ inner self
   C. it is the most important part of Ancrene Wisse
   D. All of the Above

2. In the context of Medieval literature, what does the term “mystical marriage” mean ?

   A. it is a union supported by the Church
   B. it is a union between anchorites
   C. it is a mystical union between two people
   D. it is a spiritual union with God

3. But when to their feminine rage the indignation of the people is added, when the ignorant and the poor are aroused, when the unintelligent brute force that lies at the bottom of society is made to growl and mow, it needs the habit of magnanimity and religion to treat it godlike as a trifle of no concernment. What does “mow” mean in this context ?

   A. To grimace
   B. To bleat like sheep
   C. To lift heavy things
   D. To cut grass

4. Which of the following most accurately explains the Bretons influence on medieval literature ?

   A. The Bretons roots were in the Celtic cultural tradition.
   B. Breton literature had a profound effect on medieval literature in England.
   C. The Bretons represented prominent forces in the Norman invasion.
   D. All of these answers

5. Why is the concept of feudalism important in medieval literature ?

   A. Feudalism represents the world ofscholars who studied the ancient texts of the past.
   B. The feudal world is one of glamor and beauty.
   C. Feudalism represents an economic hierarchy, the upper levels of which created and consumed literature.
   D. Feudalism represents interesting family quarrels that make for good stories.

6. What is a “lay” in medieval literature ?

   A. a short lyrical poem
   B. a story of a saint’s life
   C. a type of book of hours
   D. a devotional text used by anchoresses

7. “Can this be so!” cried goodman Brown, with a stare of amazement at his undisturbed companion. Howbeit, I have nothing to do with the governor and council – they have their own ways, and are no rule for a simple husbandman, like me. But, were I to go on with thee, how should I meet the eye of that good old man, our minister, at Salem village? Oh, his voice would make me tremble, both Sabbathday and lecture-day!” The word “husbandman” usually means farmer, but in this context it means something else – what ?

   A. Rancher
   B. Male partner in a marriage
   C. Cowboy
   D. Man of ordinary status

8. This approach provides a universalistic approach to literature and identifies a reason why certain literature may survive the test of time. It works well with works that are highly symbolic.What approach has this advantage ?

   A. Mimetic
   B. Psychological
   C. Historical/Biographical
   D. Mythological/Archetypal

9. Let me for a few moments turn your attention to the reservations in the different states of New England, and, with but few exceptions, we shall find them as follows: the most mean, abject, miserable race of beings in the world – a complete place of prodigality and prostitution. What does “prodigality” mean ?

   A. Wasteful extravagance
   B. Promiscuity
   C. Return from the dead
   D. Redemption

10. In what context does Joyce use the term “amor matris,” or motherly love ?

    A. in The Dubliners, Chandler uses it to describe family relationships
    B. in The Dubliners, Gabriel uses it in his discussions about death
    C. in Ulysses, Stephen uses it in his lectures on art
    D. in Ulysses, Leopold uses it to describe his personal identity