Primavera English 10B Unit 5: Examine
European Literature UPDATED Actual
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
CHECKPOINT 21 - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔-
Read the passage from "The Lay of the Were-Wolf."
The King turned him about, and rode to his hall, Bisclavaret following at his side. Very near
to his master the Were-Wolf went, like any dog, and had no care to seek again the wood.
Based on the indirect characterization in this passage, which word most accurately describes
a character trait of Bisclavaret? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- loyal
How does the historical setting of 12th-century Brittany influence the complexity and
believability of the character of the knight Bisclavaret in "The Lay of the Were-Wolf"?
Select two that apply. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- Women were honored and protected in
the age of chivalry, which is indicated in the knight's reluctance to reveal his transformations
to his wife.
As a 12th-century knight, Bisclavaret must follow a code of behavior, which is reflected in
his chivalrous attitude and devoted relationship to the King.
In "The Lay of the Werewolf," how does Bisclavaret's revelation that he is a werewolf
advance the plot? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- It scares his wife, causing her to launch a
plan to remove Bisclavaret from her life.
What sentence from "The Lay of Equitan" is an example of foreshadowing and why? -
CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- "But it is in the very nature of Love that proportion cannot enter
into the matter"; it hints the story will be about choosing love over reason.
Which sentence from "The Lay of Equitan" uses foreshadowing to create tension by hinting
that something bad is going to happen? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- This seneschal was
married to a wife, by whom great evil came upon the land.
, How does the cultural setting of "The Lay of Equitan" contribute to the development of the
characters? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- The concept of courtly love in 12th-century
Brittany influences the secrecy of the affair between the King and the lady.
Read the sentence from "The Lay of Equitan."
"She who sets her love more highly than she can reach, may pluck no fruit from the tree."
This sentence is from a discussion between the lady and Lord Equitan at the beginning of
their relationship.
How does this detail characterize the relationship between the lady and Lord Equitan? -
CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- The lady questions the possibility of a relationship because she
fears Lord Equitan is too good for her.
Read the passage from "The Lay of Equitan."
"But if I love this lady I shall do a great wrong. She is the wife of my seneschal, and it is my
duty to keep the same love and faith to him as I would wish him to observe with me. If by
any means I could know what is in her mind, I should be the easier, for torment is doubled
that you bear alone. There is not a dame, however curst, but would rather love than not."
Based on Lord Equitan's words, what type of character is he? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔-
He is a round character, because he is conflicted over pursuing his own desires and doing
what is right.
In which sentence is the word stipulate used correctly? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- The
employees are demanding a new contract that stipulates a schedule of paid days off.
Read the passage.
A street-repair crew accidentally broke a water main. Traffic came to a standstill as the
workers spent several hours trying to _[blank]_ the situation.
Which word most accurately completes the sentence? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- rectify
CHECKPOINT 22 - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔-
What is sarcasm? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- a description of someone or something in a
harsh manner to both amuse and ridicule at the same time
European Literature UPDATED Actual
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
CHECKPOINT 21 - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔-
Read the passage from "The Lay of the Were-Wolf."
The King turned him about, and rode to his hall, Bisclavaret following at his side. Very near
to his master the Were-Wolf went, like any dog, and had no care to seek again the wood.
Based on the indirect characterization in this passage, which word most accurately describes
a character trait of Bisclavaret? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- loyal
How does the historical setting of 12th-century Brittany influence the complexity and
believability of the character of the knight Bisclavaret in "The Lay of the Were-Wolf"?
Select two that apply. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- Women were honored and protected in
the age of chivalry, which is indicated in the knight's reluctance to reveal his transformations
to his wife.
As a 12th-century knight, Bisclavaret must follow a code of behavior, which is reflected in
his chivalrous attitude and devoted relationship to the King.
In "The Lay of the Werewolf," how does Bisclavaret's revelation that he is a werewolf
advance the plot? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- It scares his wife, causing her to launch a
plan to remove Bisclavaret from her life.
What sentence from "The Lay of Equitan" is an example of foreshadowing and why? -
CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- "But it is in the very nature of Love that proportion cannot enter
into the matter"; it hints the story will be about choosing love over reason.
Which sentence from "The Lay of Equitan" uses foreshadowing to create tension by hinting
that something bad is going to happen? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- This seneschal was
married to a wife, by whom great evil came upon the land.
, How does the cultural setting of "The Lay of Equitan" contribute to the development of the
characters? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- The concept of courtly love in 12th-century
Brittany influences the secrecy of the affair between the King and the lady.
Read the sentence from "The Lay of Equitan."
"She who sets her love more highly than she can reach, may pluck no fruit from the tree."
This sentence is from a discussion between the lady and Lord Equitan at the beginning of
their relationship.
How does this detail characterize the relationship between the lady and Lord Equitan? -
CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- The lady questions the possibility of a relationship because she
fears Lord Equitan is too good for her.
Read the passage from "The Lay of Equitan."
"But if I love this lady I shall do a great wrong. She is the wife of my seneschal, and it is my
duty to keep the same love and faith to him as I would wish him to observe with me. If by
any means I could know what is in her mind, I should be the easier, for torment is doubled
that you bear alone. There is not a dame, however curst, but would rather love than not."
Based on Lord Equitan's words, what type of character is he? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔-
He is a round character, because he is conflicted over pursuing his own desires and doing
what is right.
In which sentence is the word stipulate used correctly? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- The
employees are demanding a new contract that stipulates a schedule of paid days off.
Read the passage.
A street-repair crew accidentally broke a water main. Traffic came to a standstill as the
workers spent several hours trying to _[blank]_ the situation.
Which word most accurately completes the sentence? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- rectify
CHECKPOINT 22 - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔-
What is sarcasm? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- a description of someone or something in a
harsh manner to both amuse and ridicule at the same time
