Characters
Only person to stay with Beowulf in the fight with the dragon
Wiglaf
What is my sword's name?
Hrunting
Force that causes oppression or suffering
affliction
I began terrorizing the kingdom when a thief stole my gold
The Dragon
What part of Beowulf's armor seems to have super powers?
Chain Mail
Was annoyed by the constant partying at Herot, so he killed men every night
Grendel
This part of my armor has supernatural powers and can't be penetrated when Grendel's mother tried to stab me
Chain Mail
Gorge
How long did it take Beowulf to descend to the bottom of the fiery lake?
Several Hours
What event in the story suggests that Beowulf has superhuman strength?
Ripping Grendel's arm off with his bare hands.
Hero who came to save the Danes from the demon Grendel
Beowulf
How many years did I rule as king?
50
The resting place of a wild animal
Lair
How did Beowulf kill Grendel?
He ripped off his arm.
What two religions seem at odds in Beowulf?
Christianity and Paganism
Lives in a lair below the fiery lake and wants revenge for her son
Grendel's Mother
I am the ____________ in this poem.
Epic Hero
Discolored from being bruised
Livid
How does Beowulf kill Grendel's Mother?
He chops off her head.
Name three traits of an epic hero.
1. speaks well
2. seems to have supernatural ability/favor from God
3. weapons have supernatural power
King of the Danes
Hrothgar
Why did I lose the swimming contest against Brecca?
I had too many monsters to kill along the way.
To clear or rid of something undesireable
purge
What does Beowulf use to kill Grendel's mother?
A sword forged by giants.
Name one other event in Beowulf that suggests that he has supernatural powers.