FREE LITERATURE AND STUDY GAMES ABOUT BEOWULF

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FREE LITERATURE AND STUDY GAMES ABOUT BEOWULF

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Question 1: How is Beowulf an epic hero?

Answer:

He embodies the ideals of Anglo-Saxon society.

Question 2: What is an example of a kenning?

Answer:

"Ring-giver"

Question 3: What does it mean when Beowulf gives Wiglaf his gold necklace?

Answer:

Beowulf is making Wiglaf ruler of Geatland.

Question 4: What shows that Beowulf has the ethics of an epic hero?

Answer:

Beowulf chastises Unferth for killing his own kin.

Question 5: Why does Beowulf want a tower built for him?

Answer:

To serve as a landmark for sailors from afar.

Question 6: How do the Danes celebrate Beowulf before his battle with Grendel

Answer:

They throw a banquet in his honor.

Question 7: Why did Beowulf go the aid of the Danes?

Answer:

A sense of duty.

Question 8: What motivates Beowulf to go to Herot?

Answer:

Looking for Fame/Glory Question 9: Why is it ironic that after his death the Geats build a tower to memoralize Beowulf?

Answer:

Most of the Geats had deserted him in battle.

Question 10: How do you know that Beowulf is an honorable man?

Answer:

He refuses to use a sword to fight Grendel because Grendel has none.

Question 11: How can Beowulf best be characterized?

Answer:

Heroic

Question 12: Which of Beowulf's relatives did Hrothgar know?

Answer:

Higlac, Beowulf's father

Question 13: What is the theme of Beowulf?

Answer:

Good always triumphs in the end.

Question 14: Why does Beowulf slay Grendel?

Answer:

Save Hrothgar and the Danes

Question 15: Why does Unferth challenge Beowulf?

Answer:

He envies Beowulf's fame and courage.Question 16: When used to describe Beowulf, the phrase "noble protector of all seamen" is an

Answer:

Kenning

Question 17: What weapon does Beowulf use to kill Grendel?

Answer:

His hands

Question 18: What is an example of an alliteration?

Answer:

"The ancient blade broke, bit..., drew blood."

Question 19: Grendel is related to what murderous Biblical figure?

Answer:

Cain Question 20: What even is the most important in Beowulf's career as leader of the Geats?

Answer:

The attack of the dragon

Question 21: Who survives Grendel's attacks?

Answer:

Those who leave Herot.

Question 22: How does Beowulf kill Grendel?

Answer:

Twisted off his arms Question 23: To what does the poet give credit for Beowulf's victory over Grendel's mother?

Answer:

God's judgment

Question 24: How do you know that Beowulf is an epic poem?

Answer:

It is a log poem that tells a story about a legendary hero.Question 25: Why does Wiglaf tell his comrades they should help Beowulf fight the dragon?

Answer:

They had promised to help Beowulf when he needed them.

Question 26: What last thoughts does Beowulf express as he is dying?

Answer:

A desire for respect and pride in his ability to protect his people.

Question 27: What does Grendel do when he realizes Beowulf's strength?

Answer:

He tries to flee.Question 28: In addition to bravery, what Anglo-Saxon virtue is Beowulf praised for?

Answer:

Fairness