Literary Devices
A figure of speech comparing two unlike things using “like” or “as.
Simile
The person or animal in a story that opposes the hero or causes conflict
Antagonist
A _________ is used in place of a period for two sentences where the conjunction has been left out.
semicolon
Epic
Where is Beowulf originally from? Aka his ordinary world
Geatland
“Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.”
Alliteration
the feelings the reader has about a text
______________ is when the short or long vowel sounds are repeated anywhere in words that are close together.
Assonance
The stage where the hero receives a challenge or quest.
The call to adventure
Who presents Beowulf with his first trial and victory
Grendel
Theme
the problem or struggle between two opposing forces
conflict
A ____ joins words or phrases
conjunction
Return Home
Warrior
A figure of speech comparing two things without using “like” or “as."
Metaphor
the time and place in which a story happens
setting
A ___ takes the place of a noun
Pronoun
The heros worst fears are confirmed- they realize something bigger/worse is in store
Approach
Who is responsible for the "ordeal" or largest conflict in Beowulf
Grendels Mother
using the five senses, sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell, in writing
imagery
Plot
The part of a sentence that contains the verb and complete thought is called the ______________________.
Predicate
The hero meets an experienced figure who provides guidance.
Mentor
How does Beowulf ultimately defeat Grendel’s mother?
A magical sword