LITERATURE QUESTIONS
EARLY BRITISH LITERATURE
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Question
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Why did King Edwin call a council of his chiefs and wise men?
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to declare war on Denmark
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to defend themselves against the Vikings
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to decide if they should embrace Christianity
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to plan a venture sailing to the new world
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -what arguments convince Edwin to convert to Christianity? Edwin converted because God helped him take his throne and defeat his enemies. He will avoid eternal damnation and go to Heaven-happier afterlife.
Detailed explanation-2: -What chief characteristic of mead is described? its ability to intoxicate man and cause him problems.
Detailed explanation-3: -Why does the dragon plague Beowulf’s kingdom? A slave stole a cup from the dragon’s gold-hoard.
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