Question

The revival of alliterative poetry in the mid-14th century is considered by scholars as:

• A. an isolated phenomenon unrelated to broader literary trends
• B. Either an "alliterative revival" or a survival of an older native tradition
• C. a purely academic exercise with no popular appeal
• D. a direct imitation of classical Latin poetry

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Either an "alliterative revival" or a survival of an older native tradition

• Debate exists whether it was truly a revival or continuation.

• 📌 Linked to Old English alliterative verse.

• 📌 Became prominent in mid-14th century