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In Anglo-Saxon society, the _____ was responsible for carrying on the history, culture, beliefs, and legends of the English people.

a) kenning
b)scop
c)comitatus
d)witan

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the answer is scop

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The correct option is B.
A scop refers to an Anglo-Saxon poet and performer in Anglo-Saxon culture. Scop were the keepers of tribal histories and they also influence tribal values. They were responsible for promoting the ideas which the people found important. The scops in the society usually act as historians, poets, teachers, court singers, composers, reporters, etc.
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