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When was the Anglo-Saxon written and spoken?

before 1100

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How many categories has the Anglo-Saxon verse got?

Two. heroic poetry and elegiac poetry

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What is Chaucer's contribution to English Literature?

Chaucer found English a dialect and left it a language. He gave the new shape to verse and rise to drama. He is also called the grandfather of English novel.

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How many poems are in The Canterbury Tales ?

The work The Canterbury Tales is a masterpiece which consists of 22 poetic and two prose short stories, united by a common frame.

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What kind of styles are emerged during the transition?

After the Norman invasion society has changed and appeared new style. The romantic hero replaced the epic hero - this has nothing to do with love, it's based on

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What is the name of the Knight in the Canterbury Tales?

Palamon

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What is the character of the Knight?

He is the very essence of chivalry, honor, and courage. Similarly, he is the epitome of gentility, a man who loves truth, freedom, and honor. Everyone in the pi

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Which dialect did Chaucer use?

In Europe four prominent dialects were used Southern, Northern, Midland and Kentish but he used the East Midland dialect in his poetry.

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How long does Chaucer worked in the port of London?

He worked as a customs controller in the port of London for 10 years also worked for King Edward's personal household, took part on some diplomatic missions

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What is the most popular artwork of Chaucer?

The Canterbury Tales is an unfinished work by the poet Geoffrey Chaucer, written in the late 14th century in Middle English. Considered as the main work of the

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What is Chaucer's contribution to English Literature?

Chaucer found English a dialect and left it a language. He gave the new shape to verse and rise to drama. He is also called the grandfather of English novel.

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