UG TET - ENGLISH LITERATURE- UNIT - I - 1. AGE OF CHAUCER - OBJECTIVE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
UG TET – ENGLISH LITERATURE - COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION
UNIT – I
HISTORY OF ENGLISH LITERATURE
1. The Age of Chaucer
Choose the Best Answer Questions on the Age of Chaucer:
1. Who is the central character in Chaucer's unfinished masterpiece, The Canterbury Tales? a) Wife of Bath b) Geoffrey Chaucer c) Tvvhe Pardoner d) The Knight
2. Which literary genre does Chaucer's Troilus and Criseyde belong to? a) Courtly Romance b) Comedy c) Morality Play d) Allegory
3. The Parliament of Foules features a dream vision. Which bird ultimately wins the debate on love? a) Eagle b) Falcon c) Goose d) Owl
4. William Langland's Piers Plowman uses allegory to criticize what aspect of society? a) The aristocracy b) The Church c) Peasant labor d) Chivalry
5. John Gower's Confessio Amantis is best described as a: a) Religious treatise b) Political satire c) Love poem d) Collection of fables
6. Margery Kempe's The Book of Margery Kempe is important because it is: a) The first English novel b) A travelogue of medieval Europe c) An early example of women's autobiography d) A guide to Christian mysticism
7. Julian of Norwich's Revelations of Divine Love explores themes of: a) Courtly love b) Spiritual anguish and divine grace c) The Black Death d) The Hundred Years' War
8. Thomas Hoccleve's The Regement of Princes offers advice on: a) Knighthood and chivalry b) How to write poetry c) Governing a kingdom d) Coping with loss
9. Which English poet of the period was influenced by Italian literature and introduced the sonnet form? a) Chaucer b) Langland c) Gower d) Hoccleve
10. What is the name of the Wife of Bath's prologue in The Canterbury Tales, known for its frank discussion of female sexuality? a) The Merchant's Tale b) The Wife of Bath's Prologue c) The Miller's Tale d) The Reeve's Tale
11. When did the Black Death sweep through England, significantly impacting Chaucer's world? a) 1337 b) 1348 c) 1371 d) 1381
12. The Hundred Years' War was a long conflict between England and: a) Scotland b) France c) Spain d) Germany
13. The Peasant Revolt of 1381 was sparked by: a) A desire for religious reform b) Heavy taxation and social inequalities c) Land ownership disputes d) The Black Death
14. In 1399, who was deposed as King of England following a political coup? a) Edward III b) Richard II c) Henry IV d) Henry V
15. John Wyclif challenged the authority of the Catholic Church and translated the Bible into: a) French b) Latin c) English d) German
16. Lollardy was a religious movement influenced by Wyclif's ideas and known for: a) Monasticism b) Pilgrimages c) Criticism of the Church d) Chivalry
17. The Great Schism was a split within the Catholic Church that occurred during: a) Chaucer's childhood b) Langland's writing of Piers Plowman c) Gower's composition of Confessio Amantis d) Hoccleve's creation of The Regement of Princes
18. The Wars of the Roses was a civil war fought between rival branches of the Plantagenet dynasty, starting in: a) 1340 b) 1381 c) 1455 d) 1509
19. The printing press was not widely used in England until after: a) Chaucer's death b) The Peasant Revolt c) The Hundred Years' War d) The reign of Henry VII
20. The development of the English language as a literary medium was significantly influenced by: a) French b) Latin c) Both a and b d) Neither a nor b
21. What is the primary language used in Chaucer's works? a) Middle English b) Old English c) Modern English d) Latin
22. The Canterbury Tales features a diverse cast of characters from different social classes. Which character represents the nobility? a) The Wife of Bath b) The Miller c) The Knight d) The Cook
23. Chaucer often employs humor and satire in his writing. In which tale does he poke fun at religious hypocrisy? a) The Pardoner's Tale b) The Reeve's Tale c) The Wife of Bath's Tale d) The Franklin's Tale
24. The debate on free will and determinism is explored in: a) Troilus and Criseyde b) The Book of Margery Kempe c) Piers Plowman d) Confessio Amantis
25. Courtly love, with its emphasis on idealized romance and chivalry, is a recurring theme in: a) The Canterbury Tales b) The Parlement of Foules c) Troilus and Criseyde d) Revelations of Divine Love
26. What literary device does Chaucer use in The House of Fame to explore different perspectives on fame and fortune? a) Dream vision b) Allegory c) Frame story d) Dramatic monologue
27. Which work by Chaucer features a debate between Fortune and Nature on the fate of individuals? a) The Complaint unto Fortune b) The Book of the Duchess c) The Legend of Good Women d) The General Prologue
28. Hoccleve's The Complaint and the Book of Cupid is a lament on: a) Lost love b) Political turmoil c) The Black Death d) Religious doubt
29. Julian of Norwich's Revelations of Divine Love was written in: a) Latin b) French c) Middle English d) Old English
30. Which poet of the period often incorporated elements of folklore and popular culture into their work? a) Chaucer b) Langland c) Gower d) Hoccleve
31. The social impact of the Black Death included: a) An increased emphasis on religious orthodoxy b) A labor shortage and rising wages c) A decline in feudalism and the rise of the merchant class d) All of the above
32. The Hundred Years' War led to: a) English dominance over France b) A strengthening of the English monarchy c) Technological advancements in warfare d) Increased national identity in both England and France
33. The Peasant Revolt of 1381 was eventually suppressed by: a) John Wyclif b) Geoffrey Chaucer c) Richard II d) Henry V
34. The Lancastrian dynasty came to power in England through: a) A peasant uprising b) A dynastic conflict c) A foreign invasion d) Religious reform
35. John Wyclif's Lollardy movement was eventually suppressed by: a) The Black Death b) The Hundred Years' War c) The Church of England d) The Wars of the Roses
36. The Council of Constance (1414-1418) condemned Wyclif's ideas and ordered: a) His translation of the Bible to be burned b) His followers to be imprisoned c) His body to be exhumed and burned d) All of the above
37. The Wars of the Roses were fought primarily between: a) Yorkists and Lancastrians b) Lollards and Catholics c) Peasants and landowners d) England and Scotland
38. The printing press arrived in England during the reign of: a) Edward III b) Richard II c) Henry VII d) Elizabeth I
39. The development of universities in England during the period helped to: a) Promote literacy and learning b) Train clergy and civil servants c) Foster debate and intellectual exchange d) All of the above
40. Magna Carta, though signed in 1215, remained a significant source of legal and political principles throughout the Age of Chaucer. One of its key principles was:
(a) Separation of powers between the monarch, Parliament, and the judiciary
(b) Guarantees of individual rights and liberties for all citizens
(c) Trial by jury and due process of law
(d) Limits on the monarch's power and protection against arbitrary arrest
41. Chaucer's use of vivid descriptions and dialogue helps to bring his characters to life. Which tale features a memorable tavern scene with bawdy humor and storytelling? a) The Reeve's Tale b) The Clerk's Tale c) The Knight's Tale d) The Prioress's Tale
42. The General Prologue of The Canterbury Tales provides insights into the social hierarchy and moral values of the time. Which character represents the lower clergy? a) The Wife of Bath b) The Summoner c) The Parson d) The Squire
43. Religious allegory is prominently featured in: a) Piers Plowman b) Confessio Amantis c) Troilus and Criseyde d) The Parlement of Foules
44. Langland's Piers Plowman criticizes social corruption and calls for: a) Political reform b) Religious revival c) Economic redistribution d) All of the above
45. Gower's Confessio Amantis draws inspiration from Ovid's Metamorphoses, exploring themes of: a) Chivalry and honor b) Love and romance c) Morality and redemption d) Political conflict
46. Margery Kempe's The Book of Margery Kempe is notable for its: a) Mystical visions and experiences b) Detailed accounts of medieval travel c) Feminist critique of religious institutions d) Historical insights into the Hundred Years' War
47. Julian of Norwich's Revelations of Divine Love offers a unique perspective on: a) The role of women in society b) The nature of God and humanity c) The Black Death and its consequences d) The political landscape of England
48. Hoccleve's The Regement of Princes provides advice on: a) Courtly etiquette and manners b) The education of young nobles c) The art of poetry and storytelling d) The responsibilities of rulers
49. The development of English prose as a literary medium begins to see significant strides during the Age of Chaucer. Which work is an early example of prose fiction? a) The Book of the Duchess b) The General Prologue c) The Book of Margery Kempe d) The Reeve's Tale
50. Which poet of the period translated French and Latin romances into English, making them accessible to a wider audience? a) Chaucer b) Langland c) Gower d) Hoccleve
51. The Black Death led to increased: a) Religious pilgrimages b) Medical advancements c) Anti-Semitism and scapegoating d) All of the above
52. The Hundred Years' War had significant economic consequences for England, including: a) Increased taxation and debt b) Disruption of trade and commerce c) Development of new military technologies d) All of the above
53. The Peasant Revolt of 1381 highlighted: a) Peasant discontent with unfair labor practices b) The vulnerability of the ruling class c) The importance of dialogue and compromise d) All of the above
54. After the deposition of Richard II, the Lancastrian dynasty established themselves through: a) Military force and strategic alliances b) Popular support and parliamentary legitimacy c) Religious authority and papal endorsement d) A combination of factors
55. John Wyclif's challenge to the Catholic Church included: a) Criticism of clerical corruption and wealth b) Advocacy for vernacular translations of the Bible c) Rejection of papal authority and indulgences d) All of the above
56. The Lollard movement faced persecution and suppression due to: a) Its threat to Church authority and established doctrines b) Its association with social unrest and peasant rebellion c) Its rejection of traditional religious practices and imagery d) All of the above
57. The Great Schism within the Catholic Church created: a) Political instability and rival papal claimants b) Theological debates and challenges to papal authority c) Increased anti-religious sentiment and secularism d) All of the above
58. The Wars of the Roses were characterized by: a) Dynastic rivalries and power struggles b) Use of propaganda and manipulation of public opinion c) Devastating battles and civilian casualties d) All of the above
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59. Chaucer often employs irony and ambiguity in his writing. Which tale features a controversial character whose true intentions and morality are open to interpretation?
o a) The Wife of Bath's Tale
o b) The Pardoner's Tale
o c) The Knight's Tale
o d) The Prioress's Tale
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60. The influence of classical mythology is evident in:
o a) Piers Plowman
o b) Confessio Amantis
o c) Troilus and Criseyde
o d) The Parlement of Foules
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61. Langland's Piers Plowman features a complex allegory with multiple characters representing different aspects of society. Who symbolizes the Church?
o a) Lady Holy Church
o b) Lady Meed (Worldly Goods)
o c) Piers Plowman
o d) The Parson
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62. Gower's Confessio Amantis includes stories from various sources, such as Ovid and the Bible. Which tale draws inspiration from the myth of Pyramus and Thisbe?
o a) The Tale of Florent
o b) The Tale of Apollonius of Tyre
o c) The Tale of Amis and Amiloun
o d) The Tale of Constance
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63. Margery Kempe's The Book of Margery Kempe features vivid descriptions of:
o a) Pilgrimages to Jerusalem and Rome
o b) Religious visions and spiritual experiences
o c) Encounters with historical figures and events
o d) Social customs and daily life in medieval England
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64. Julian of Norwich's Revelations of Divine Love offers a theological perspective on:
o a) The suffering of Christ on the cross
o b) The role of women in spiritual leadership
o c) The nature of God's love and mercy
o d) The consequences of sin and the hope of redemption
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65. Hoccleve's The Regement of Princes draws upon the tradition of:
o a) Courtly love poetry and chivalric ideals
o b) Medieval political treatises and advice for rulers
o c) Religious allegory and moral instruction
o d) Satirical humor and social commentary
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66. The development of English prose as a medium for storytelling and historical accounts takes hold during the Age of Chaucer. Which work is an early example of English prose history?
o a) The Book of the Duchess
o b) Froissart's Chronicles
o c) The Book of Margery Kempe (parts)
o d) The Reeve's Tale
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67. John Gower's influence on the literary landscape included:
o a) Introducing elements of French and Latin literature to English audiences
o b) Writing in both English and Latin, bridging the gap between learned and vernacular traditions
o c) Providing patronage and support to other writers of the period
o d) All of the above
History:
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68. The aftermath of the Black Death included:
o a) Labor shortages and rising wages for workers
o b) Increased emphasis on hygiene and public health measures
o c) Growth of monasticism and religious fervor
o d) All of the above
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69. The Hundred Years' War led to:
o a) Development of new military tactics and technologies
o b) Increased national consciousness and patriotism in England
o c) Expansion of English territory in France
o d) All of the above
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70. The Peasant Revolt of 1381 highlighted:
o a) Popular grievances against unjust taxation and social inequalities
o b) The power of collective action and the desire for reform
o c) The vulnerability of the ruling class and the potential for unrest
o d) All of the above
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71. The Lancastrian dynasty established their rule through:
o a) Military campaigns and strategic alliances
o b) Claiming hereditary right to the throne
o c) Obtaining parliamentary approval and popular support
o d) A combination of factors
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72. John Wyclif's challenge to the Catholic Church included:
o a) Criticisms of papal authority and Church practices
o b) Advocacy for religious reform and individual conscience
o c) Translation of the Bible into English, making it accessible to the laity
o d) All of the above
73. Chaucer often employs bawdy humor and satire in his tales. Which tale features characters engaged in a storytelling competition of fabliaux, often with sexually suggestive content?
o a) The General Prologue
o b) The Miller's Tale
o c) The Clerk's Tale
o d) The Prioress's Tale
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74. The influence of classical philosophy is evident in:
o a) Piers Plowman
o b) Confessio Amantis
o c) Troilus and Criseyde
o d) The Parlement of Foules
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75. Langland's Piers Plowman criticizes both the Church and the nobility, calling for:
o a) Social justice and economic equality
o b) Spiritual renewal and individual reform
o c) Stronger monarchical rule and national unity
o d) All of the above
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76. Gower's Confessio Amantis includes a wide range of genres, including:
o a) Allegorical morality tales
o b) Debate poems and philosophical dialogue
o c) Exemplary narratives and historical accounts
o d) All of the above
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77. Margery Kempe's The Book of Margery Kempe features vivid descriptions of her:
o a) Inner spiritual struggles and religious anxieties
o b) Encounters with historical figures and influential rulers
o c) Journeys across Europe and experiences in different cultures
o d) Criticisms of societal norms and challenges to patriarchal authority
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78. Julian of Norwich's Revelations of Divine Love offers a unique perspective on:
o a) The power of prayer and the importance of faith
o b) The relationship between God and humanity
o c) The suffering of women and the need for social justice
o d) The dangers of religious fanaticism and mystical extremism
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79. Hoccleve's The Regement of Princes provides advice on:
o a) Navigating the complexities of court life and political intrigue
o b) Leading a virtuous and Christian life with wisdom and justice
o c) Balancing personal desires with responsibilities towards the state
o d) All of the above
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80. The development of English prose fiction takes significant strides during the Age of Chaucer. Which work is an early example of a secular prose narrative?
o a) The Book of the Duchess
o b) The Life of Edward II
o c) The Book of Margery Kempe (parts)
o d) The Wife of Bath's Tale
History:
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81. The Black Death had a profound impact on:
o a) Demographic and economic changes in England
o b) Development of medical knowledge and public health practices
o c) Religious beliefs and anxieties about life and death
o d) All of the above
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82. The Hundred Years' War contributed to:
o a) Rise of English nationalism and anti-French sentiment
o b) Technological advancements in weaponry and fortifications
o c) Political instability and dynastic struggles in both England and France
o d) All of the above
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83. The Peasant Revolt of 1381 demonstrated:
o a) The potential for social unrest and challenges to the established order
o b) The importance of dialogue and compromise between classes
o c) The limitations of popular uprisings in achieving lasting change
o d) All of the above
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84. The Lancastrian dynasty ultimately gained power through:
o a) A combination of military victories, political maneuvering, and parliamentary support
o b) Claiming hereditary right to the throne and asserting royal authority
o c) Popular acclaim and widespread dissatisfaction with the previous regime
o d) Religious legitimacy and papal endorsement
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85. John Wyclif's ideas influenced:
o a) The Lollard movement and challenges to Church authority
o b) The development of early Protestant theological thought
o c) Calls for vernacular translations of religious texts
o d) All of the above
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86. The Lollard movement faced persecution and suppression due to:
o a) Their rejection of certain Catholic doctrines and rituals
o b) Their association with peasant unrest and popular rebellion
o c) Concerns about their potential threat to social order and political stability
o d) All of the above
87. The Great Schism within the Catholic Church caused:
(a) Political turmoil and rivalries between papal claimants
(b) Theological debates and challenges to papal authority
(c) Weakening of Church influence and increased secularism
(d) All of the above
88. Chaucer often employs diverse narrative voices and character perspectives. Which tale features a debate between contrasting perspectives on marriage and gender roles? a) The Wife of Bath's Prologue b) The Merchant's Tale c) The Clerk's Tale d) The Prioress's Tale
89. The influence of French courtly literature is evident in: a) Piers Plowman b) Confessio Amantis c) Troilus and Criseyde d) The Parlement of Foules
90. Langland's Piers Plowman explores themes of: a) Social injustice and spiritual redemption b) Political corruption and the search for truth c) Individual salvation and earthly consequences of sin d) All of the above
91. Gower's Confessio Amantis features a framework narrative in which: a) A lover seeks advice from a wise confessor b) Characters tell stories illustrating different aspects of love c) Historical figures debate political and moral issues d) Religious allegories are presented to teach spiritual lessons
92. Margery Kempe's The Book of Margery Kempe offers insights into: a) Medieval pilgrimage experiences and devotional practices b) Female agency and challenges to patriarchal authority c) Mystical visions and revelations of Divine Love d) All of the above
93. Julian of Norwich's Revelations of Divine Love emphasizes: a) God's unconditional love and mercy towards humanity b) The importance of suffering and compassion in spiritual growth c) The relationship between faith and reason in theological understanding d) The challenges and rewards of a contemplative life
94. Hoccleve's The Regement of Princes offers advice on: a) Dealing with personal grief and emotional turmoil b) Practicing good governance and upholding the law c) Maintaining chivalric ideals and courtly etiquette d) All of the above
95. The development of English as a literary language began to flourish during the Age of Chaucer. Which work is an early example of English lyric poetry? a) The General Prologue b) The Book of the Duchess c) The Pardoner's Tale d) The Miller's Tale
96. The Black Death led to: a) Increased awareness of hygiene and public health measures b) Significant changes in landownership and agricultural practices c) Rise of anti-Semitic scapegoating and persecution of minorities d) All of the above
97. The Hundred Years' War had a lasting impact on: a) Development of new military tactics and siege weaponry b) Growth of national consciousness and English identity c) Economic strain and increased taxation in England d) All of the above
98. The Peasant Revolt of 1381 highlighted: a) The severity of social inequalities and injustices in medieval England b) The limitations of violence and the failure of popular uprisings c) The importance of communication and compromise between social classes d) All of the above
99. The rise of the Lancastrian dynasty was influenced by:
a) Military victories and strategic alliances with powerful noble
b) Parliamentary approval and claims to hereditary right to the throne
c) A combination of factors, including political maneuvering and popular support
d) All of the above
100. John Wyclif's ideas inspired:
a) The Lollard movement and early Protestant theological thought
b) Calls for vernacular translations of the Bible and religious texts
c) Criticism of papal authority and Church practices
d) All of the above
Answers:
1. d) The Knight
2. a) Courtly Romance
3. a) Eagle
4. c) Peasant labor
5. c) Love poem
6. c) An early example of women's autobiography
7. b) Spiritual anguish and divine grace
8. c) Governing a kingdom
9. c) Gower
10. b) The Wife of Bath's Prologue
11. b) 1348
12. b) France
13. b) Heavy taxation and social inequalities
14. b) Richard II
15. c) English
16. c) Criticism of the Church
17. d) Hoccleve's creation of The Regement of Princes
18. c) 1455
19. c) The Hundred Years' War
20. c) Both a and b
21. a) Middle English
22. c) The Knight
23. a) The Pardoner's Tale
24. c) Piers Plowman
25. c) Troilus and Criseyde
26. c) Frame story
27. a) The Complaint unto Fortune
28. d) Religious doubt
29. c) Middle English
30. a) Chaucer
31. d) All of the above
32. d) Increased national identity in both England and France
33. c) Richard II
34. a) Military force and strategic alliances
35. a) The Black Death
36. c) His body to be exhumed and burned
37. a) Yorkists and Lancastrians
38. c) Henry VII
39. d) All of the above
40. (d) Limits on the monarch's power and protection against arbitrary arrest
41. b) The Miller's Tale
42. b) The Summoner
43. a) Piers Plowman
44. d) All of the above
45. d) Political conflict
46. a) Mystical visions and experiences
47. c) The Black Death and its consequences
48. d) The responsibilities of rulers
49. c) The Book of Margery Kempe (parts)
50. a) Chaucer
51. c) Anti-Semitism and scapegoating
52. d) All of the above
53. d) All of the above
54. a) A combination of military victories, political maneuvering, and parliamentary support
55. d) All of the above
56. d) All of the above
57. a) Political turmoil and rivalries between papal claimants
58. b) The Miller's Tale
59. b) The Pardoner's Tale
60. c) Troilus and Criseyde
61. a) Lady Holy Church
62. a) The Tale of Florent
63. a) Pilgrimages to Jerusalem and Rome
64. c) The nature of God's love and mercy
65. b) Medieval political treatises and advice for rulers
66. b) Froissart's Chronicles
67. d) All of the above
68. d) All of the above
69. d) All of the above
70. d) All of the above
71. a) A combination of military victories, political maneuvering, and parliamentary support
72. d) All of the above
73. b) The Miller's Tale
74. c) Troilus and Criseyde
75. a) Social justice and economic equality
76. d) All of the above
77. a) Inner spiritual struggles and religious anxieties
78. c) The suffering of women and the need for social justice
79. d) All of the above
80. b) The Life of Edward II
81. d) All of the above
82. d) All of the above
83. d) All of the above
84. a) A combination of military victories, political maneuvering, and parliamentary support
85. d) All of the above
86. d) All of the above
87. d) All of the above
88. a) The Wife of Bath's Prologue
89. c) Troilus and Criseyde
90. d) All of the above
91. b) Characters tell stories illustrating different aspects of love
92. d) All of the above
93. b) The relationship between God and humanity
94. d) All of the above
95. a) The General Prologue
96. d) All of the above
97. d) All of the above
98. d) All of the above
99. a) A combination of military victories, political maneuvering, and parliamentary support
100. d) All of the above
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