Vocabulary
What is the definition of "disperses"?
To spread, scatter, or distribute something widely across an area.
What did Beowulf do with Grendel's arm?
He hung up his arm in the mead hall.
Why did the man need poison?
To kill and betray his friends?
What was the Knight's punishment for rape?
He had to discover what women want most.
Who was originally going to swing the axe at the Green Knight?
King Arthur.
What is the definition of "bequest"?
A transfer of personal property, money, or assets to a person or organization through a last will and testament.
How long did Grendel attack the village for?
12 years.
What was hidden around the tree?
A lot of treasure.
Who told him what women want most?
An old woman he found on a trail.
Who took King Arthur's place?
Sir Gawain.
What is the definition of "prowess"?
Great skill, expertise, or extraordinary ability in a particular activity or field.
How did Beowulf defeat Grendel's mom?
He used a sword to cut her head off.
What did the two friends plan to do to the other friend?
They planned to sneak up on him and kill him.
What did the old woman make the Knight do in exchange for his freedom?
What happened when Sir Gawain cut the Green Knight's head off?
He put his head back on.
What is the definition of "temporal"?
Great skill, expertise, or extraordinary ability in a particular activity or field.
What did the thief steal from the mead hall?
He stole a cup.
What did the guy with the position do with it?
He put it in two cups and brought it to his friends.
What was the Knight's original punishment?
Death.
What did the Queen give Sir Gawain?
She gave him kisses and a magical, protective sash.
What is the definition of "pestilence"?
A fatal, contagious epidemic disease that spreads quickly and kills large numbers of people.
How did Beowulf die?
He died in his fight with the dragon.
How did the two friends die?
They drank from poisoned drinks and died.
What did the old woman do that surprised the Knight at the end of the story?
She transformed into a beautiful, young woman.
Who was actually the Green Knight.
The Lord (husband of the Queen.)