The Epic Hero
Monsters of Evil
Culturally Significant
What you can remember!
Modern English
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What weapons does Beowulf use to kill Grendel? Why?
What is bare hands. Beowulf is honorable and does not wish you fight unfairly. Grendel does not hold a weapon.
100
Name the three monsters Beowulf must fight.
What is Grendel, Grendel's Mother, and the Dragon.
100
A narrative poem chronically the deeds and accomplishments of a hero originally recited by a scop?
What is an Epic poem?
100

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What is the translator of Beowulf?

100
What is alliteration?
What is the repetition of one vowel or consonant sound in a section of writing. It is usually at the beginning of words or by stressed syllables. Beowulf examples: "The Hall of the Heart", "His pledge and promise", "Dragging the dead men home to his den"
200

To what does the poet give credit for Beowulf's victories?

What is God's judgment or fate. God decides who shall win.

200
Why does Beowulf use a sword and shield to fight the dragon?
What is due to the fire breath and poison tongue of the dragon.
200

What is the name of the people who wrote down the story of Beowulf?

What is Anglo-Saxons

200
Explain your answer. True or False: The epic "Beowulf" was almost destroyed in a fire.
What is true. "Beowulf" was almost destroyed in a fire.
200
In which situation might someone most need solace? A. a victory over a monster B. the discovery of a great treasure C. the sight of Grendel's head D. the death of a loved one
What is D.
300

Why does Beowulf want a tower built for him?

What is to remind people of his life and his deeds; memorialize him.

300

Who is Grendel descended from? 

What is Cain 

300
How does the poet of "Beowulf" define evil?
What is any creature or spirit opposing God, who is always/usually defeated.
300

Where was "Beowulf" believed to have taken place?

What is Scandanavia

300
When Beowulf requests that he alone "May purge all evil from this hall," what does he mean by purge?
What is to drive out all evil.
400

Why does Wiglaf think he and his comrades should help Beowulf fight the dragon?

What is in the past they had promised to repay Beowulf's kindness with their lives.

400

Why can Grendel not touch Hrothgar's throne?

What is it was protected by God

400
How does Beowulf's character represent the values of Anglo-Saxon culture?
What is bravery, fairness, responsibility or concern for others, piety (thanking God/fate), ambition, loyalty, and intelligence. They also valued reputation and earthly materials.
400

The Anglo-Saxons converted largely to Christianity. What was the religion in much of western England before that occured?

What is Norse or paganism

400
Which of these words best fits the image of the dragon presented in this quotation? ...The dragon/Coiled and uncoiled, its heart urging it/Into battle... A. Writhing C. Massive B. Purging D. Loathsome
What is A.
500

Define the qualities of an Epic Hero (name at least three)

What is a larger-than-life figure. Typically of noble or semi-divine birth. Great warrior, embodies cultural values, glorified by their people, transcends time.

500

What happens to the Giant's sword? (be specific!)

It melts in Grendel's blood, leaving only the hilt behind

500

The pagan Germans, Greeks, and other ancient peoples believed that fame and glory are the only ideals that will survive death. What evidence can you find in "Beowulf" that supports this ideal? (name three)

What is Beowulf's goal to win glory by defeating Grendel. He values or boasts about his victories and heroism. Death equals defeat (loss of glory and fame). Even when old he wanted to fight the dragon for fame or glory. He builds a tower to keep his name alive after death.

500

How old is the story of Beowulf?

1,000 years old

500
Which of the following lines from "Beowulf" contains an example of a kenning? A. "Higlac is my cousin and my king; the days/Of my youth have been filled with glory." B. "The high hall rang, its roof boards swayed," C. "...I have come so far,? Oh shelter of warriors and your people's loved friend,"
What is B.
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