Beowulf
PA Colleges
Ms. DeAngelo
Schuylkill Valley Lore
English Literature
100

This hero from Geatland travels to Denmark to help King Hrothgar defeat Grendel.

Who is Beowulf.

100

This university, located in Philadelphia, is known for its prestigious medical and business schools and is part of the Ivy League.

What is the University of Pennsylvania.

100

This name, which came from the nickname for Margaret, is also Ms. DeAngelo's first name.

What is Megan.

100

This is the year Schuylkill Valley High School was built. 

What is 1961. 

100

This Shakespearean play features the tragic story of star-crossed lovers from feuding families in Verona. 

What is Romeo and Juliet

200

Grendel is descended from this biblical figure, often associated with darkness and evil.

Who is Cain.

200

Founded in 1787, this university in Pittsburgh is known for its engineering, computer science, and health care programs. 

What is Carnegie Mellon University. 

200

This year, most widely known for the start of a worldwide pandemic, was also the year Ms. DeAngelo graduated high school. 

What is 2020. 

200

This was the year the auxiliary gym and musical facilities were added to the building.

What is 2001. 

200

In this novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the mysterious main character is known for his lavish parties and unrequited love for another man's wife. 

What is The Great Gatsby

300

Beowulf defeats Grendel by using this weapon. 

What are his bare hands.

300

This state university system includes campuses like University Park and is know for its strong athletics program.

What is Penn State University.

300

Located just off the Susquehanna River, this private liberal arts college is where Ms. DeAngelo graduated from.

What is Susquehanna University. 

300
This is the name of the river that gives us our name.

What is the Schuylkill River.

300

This novel by George Orwell features a dystopian society under constant surveillance by Big Brother. 

What is 1984

400

After killing Grendel's mother, Beowulf returns to the surface with this trophy, proving his victory.

What is Grendel's head.

400

Located in Philadelphia, this university is famous for its historic architecture and is also known for its law school. 

What is Temple University.

400

This zodiac sign known for being mysterious and loyal is also Ms. DeAngelo's zodiac sign. 

What is Scorpio. 

400

This school district is what we were a part of until 1958.

What is Ontelaunee School District.

400

This epic poem by John Milton tells the story of the Fall of Man and includes the famous line, "Better to reign in Hell than serve in Heaven"

What is Paradise Lost

500

In his later years, Beowulf faces this monster, which ultimately leads to his death. 

What is the dragon.

500

This liberal arts college named after its location is known for its rigorous academics and commitment to social responsibility.

What is Swarthmore College.
500

How many siblings Ms. DeAngelo has.

What is 2. (Bonus 100 points if you guessed two sisters)

500

This was the year that fifth grade was moved from the elementary school to the middle school. 

What is 2008. 

500

In this play, Shakespeare explores themes of ambition and guilt through the character of a Scottish nobleman who murders to gain power. 

What is Macbeth

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