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Anglo-Saxon literature consisted of oral epic poems, elegies, chronicles, riddles and biblical translations. Poets called "scops" would entertain noblemen by reciting poems through memorization at royal ceremonies and celebrations, playing an important role in passing on cultural values through forms focused on stress and alliteration.

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paolino paperino

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