The earliest surviving work in English Literature is ___________?
Correct answer: B. Cædmon's Hymn
- A. The Grave
- B. Cædmon's Hymn
- C. Peterborough Chronicle
- D. Beowulf
Explanation
Cædmon’s Hymn is generally regarded as the earliest surviving English poem or literary work, dating from the seventh century. Beowulf is older in subject matter but survives in a later manuscript.
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