Summary
What makes Grendel enter Heorot?
He was annoyed with the loud music and men.
Beowulf is considered what type of poem?
epic
Grendel is considered to be a descendant of who?
Cain
In what century was Beowulf written down?
The 8th century
Who is the main character?
Beowulf
How does Beowulf kill Grendel?
He rips his arm off
Who is killed by Grendel's mother?
Aeschere
What two religions are seen in Beowulf?
Christianity and Paganism
What countries is Beowulf set in?
Denmark and Sweden
Who is the "evil monster" mentioned in the story?
Grendel
What does Beowulf use to kill Grendel's mother?
A sword forged by giants.
What does Beowulf do with Grendel's head
Cuts it off and takes it as a trophy.
Beowulf references water throughout the story, and this can be tied to what biblical event?
The Flood
Who is the author of Beowulf?
unknown
Who is Hrothgar?
He is the King of the Danes.
Who dies at the beginning of the story?
Shield (Scyld) Sheafson
Why does the dragon attack Beowulf's kingdom?
A thief stole a goblet
Hrothgar repeatedly warns Beowulf to guard against what sin that leads to downfall?
Pride
What culture's values are seen in Beowulf?
Anglo-Saxon
Who helps Beowulf fight the dragon?
Wiglaf
Hrothgar builds this in celebration of the Dane's victory
Heorot (the mead hall)
Beowulf is from what country?
Geatland
Throughout the story, Beowulf references God as what?
Protector
What are 3 themes seen in Beowulf
Honor, Heroism, Good vs. Evil
Which character changed from Beowulf's rival to his ally?
Unferth