Grendel's Mother
What did Grendel's mother take from Herot?
Grendel's arm and Hrothgar's best friend (soldier)
How does Beowulf plan to fight Grendel's mother?
True or False, Beowulf is only King for one year?
False, he rules for fifty years.
Who decided to help Beowulf when he fights the dragon?
Wiglaf
What does Beowulf ask them to build as a memorial to him?
A tower on the cliff by the sea for sailors to see
Why does Hrothgar ask Beowulf to battle Grendel's mother?
Because he is the only one that is brave enough and strong enough to battle Grendel`s mother.
While swimming, how long does it take Beowulf to reach Grendel's mother?
Hours
True or False-
The battle between the dragon and Beowulf began because Beowulf took some of the treasure that the dragon was guarding.
False, it was a thief.
What does Beowulf say to Wiglaf about his legacy while he's about to die?
Wiglaf was the last true warrior.
(The last of our far-flung family... taken warriors in their strength...)
Where was Beowulf buried?
Beowulf was cremated and his ashes were built into the walls of the tower that was his last request when he died. He wanted the tower to be built so men would know who he was.
Why did Beowulf not stop Grendel's mother when she visited Herot?
What was Beowulf's sword's name?
Hrunting
How old is Beowulf when he fights the dragon?
70 + years
How does Beowulf die?
Wounds received from his battle with the dragon.
To whom does Beowulf leave all his personal wealth (shields, helmet) and the rule of his kingdom?
Wiglaf
What was different about Grendel's mother compared to Grendel in Herot?
She was able to be pierced by man-made weapons.
What happens to the blade of the giant's sword?
Poison in Grendel's body melts the blade
What is the reaction of Beowulf`s men when Beowulf is wounded?
His warriors run away in fear.
What is the kenning used to describe Beowulf's place as king?
Ring-giver
How many days did it take the Geats to build Beowulf's tower?
Ten
What does King Hrothgar promise Beowulf IF he can defeat Grendel's mother?
Anything his heart desires and gold
What does Beowulf do with Grendel's body?
Cuts off the head as a trophy to show Hrothgar
Beowulf can die happy, knowing the Lord of all life has never watched him wash his sword in blood born of whom?
His own family.
What happens to the Geat warriors who ran into the woods when the dragon attacked?
Wiglaf banishes them and their families and marks them as cowards
How many men rode around the tower singing praises of Beowulf and all he had done for the world?
Twelve