Anglo-Saxon Terms
Massive
Very large and/or heavy
What part of Grendel's body got hurt during his first battle with Beowulf?
His arm got severed.
What is the name of the narrator?
Geoffrey Chaucer
Who did the Green Knight originally challenge
The King
Camelot
Legendary castle associated with King Arthur
Wergild
What is a payment for taking someone's life
Explain why Beowulf's men are unable to harm Grendel.
He is protected by a supernatural enchantment that makes him immune to man-made weapons.
How many Pilgrims went on the pilgrimage
29/31
Camolet
Holy Grail
Legendary object that King Arthur and his knights sought after.
Mead-Hall
Large single-room building where communities drink, eat, and live.
Explain why Beowulf is motivated to assist King Hrothgar.
The king knew Beowulf when Beowulf was just a boy.
Why is the parson so poor
He chooses to give his money to the church collections and the needy
What happened after Gawain cut off the Green Knight's head
The Green Knight laughed at Gawain and told him to meet him at the green church in 366 days
Chivalry
A medieval code encouraging honor, courage, and loyalty.
Absolve
To declare someone free from guilt, blame, or reponsibility.
Explain why Beowulf tells Wiglaf to have his troops construct a barrow.
So people will never forget Beowulf.
Who is the man that recomends the story game
Harry Bailly
What does the mistress give Sir Gawain to help him
A green sash
Lady of The Lake
A mysterious magical woman assosiated with ther Arthurian stories.
Pestilence
A fatal epidemic, disease, or sickness.
Who helped Beowulf fight the dragon in section 2 of the story.
Wiglaf.
What time period do these events take place
Late forteenth century
Who was the Green Knight revealed to be
Lord Bertilak de Hautdesert
Enchantress
A woman who possesses magical powers.