Liiterary Devices
Personification
Giving human traits to something non-human
An epic hero must _ to a new land.
Travel
What is it called when the hero is at home, before anything changes?
The ordinary world
What 2 superhuman abilities does Beowulf show?
Strength, breathing under water.
Where did the Anglo-Saxons live?
England
Imagery
A picture put into our heads using the 5 senses
What sets a hero apart from just a regular person?
Superhuman abilities
What call must the hero respond to?
The call to adventure.
What does Beowulf do with Grendel's arm?
Hangs it from the rafters.
Who was the most honored member of society?
Warriors
"Up from his swampland, sliding silently"
Alliteration
Where does a hero have to receive help from?
Something supernatural
What is it called when the hero is getting ready to enter their supreme ordeal?
The approach
Where does Hrothgar want Beowulf to go once Grendel is defeated?
Hell/The home of Grendel's mom
How did they tell stories?
Through oral tradition
Kenning
A poetic nickname for a character
What positive trait does a hero gain by the end of their story?
Humility
What are the three hallmarks of the supreme ordeal?
Supernatural help, losing something, almost dying
What keeps Beowulf from almost dying while fighting Grendel's mom?
His armor
What helps the clans unite?
Christianity and a common enemy.
"Almighty's enemy"
A Christian Allusion, and kenning
What is the difference between a foe, and a regular enemy?
The foe almost kills the hero
What is it called when the hero is returning home?
The road back
What is the name of Beowulf's original sword?
Hrunting
What two things did dragons guard in their mythology?
Treasure and the ashes of fallen warriors.