A man with the power of 5 men (see Dragon question for 300 points) and was the kings of the Geats for at least 50 years. He was also the son of Ecgtheow.
200
Why did Beowulf use his weapons against the dragon?
Because the dragon had fire.
200
Where did Beowulf die?
In the cave.
200
Who did Wiglaf yell at at the cave, and why?
The Geats that ran away; because they ran away.
200
What was the dragon's weapons?
His fire and poison.
200
How old was Beowulf when he fought the dragon?
At least 100 years old.
300
Who stayed behind to help Beowulf?
Wiglaf.
300
Who was with Beowulf when he died?
Wiglaf.
300
What was it that Beowulf said that Wiglaf passed on to the Geats after they returned after the battle?
They were never going to get any of the treasure and that their whole family for the rest of their lives were to be treated like cowards.
300
How many men did it take to kill the dragon?
Technically 6; Beowulf counts as 5 men and then Wiglaf. Jk, 2!
300
What was Beowulf's main goal in his life?
To be known for millenniums as a hero.
400
What happened to Beowulf's sword?
It broke off inside the dragon.
400
What kinds of gifts did Beowulf bestow upon Wiglaf?
His necklace, the dragon's treasure, and the throne to the kingdom.
400
What did Wiglaf and the Geats do with Beowulf's body?
They cremated him.
400
Why was the dragon terrorizing the town?
One of the towns people stole a goblet from him.
400
Did Beowulf have any wives or children?
Nope.
500
Where did Beowulf's last battle take place?
Inside a cave.
500
What did Beowulf ask Wiglaf to go get for him before he died, and what did he want it for?
Some of the dragon's treasure; he wanted it as a trophy.
500
What did Wiglaf order the Geats to build in honor of Beowulf, where was it to be located, and what is its purpose?
A tower; on the cliff next to the ocean; a lighthouse.
500
How long has the dragon been guarding the treasure?
Hundreds of years.
500
Which main monsters did Beowulf kill in the story?