Characters
This hero is the protagonist who sails to Denmark to defeat Grendel.
Who is Beowulf.
This is the great mead hall built by King Hrothgar, where warriors gather to celebrate.
What is Heorot?
A person with detailed knowledge in a specialized field.
What is a savant?
This is how many years Grendel terrorized Heorot before Beowulf arrived.
What is 12 years?
This stage of the Hero’s Journey begins when Beowulf hears about Grendel’s attacks and decides to sail to Denmark.
What is the Call to Adventure?
This terrifying creature has been terrorizing King Hrothgar's hall.
Who is Grendel.
Beowulf travels from this land to help the Danes.
What is Geatland?
To consume by drinking.
What is imbibe?
During Grendel’s reign of terror, this hall was deserted at night, as no one dared stay there.
What is Heorot?
When Beowulf and his men set sail across the sea, they embark on this part of the Hero’s Journey, where they leave the familiar world behind.
What is Crossing the Threshold?
This king of the Danes seeks help from Beowulf to defeat the monster.
Who is King Hrothgar.
The location where Grendel resides, away from society.
What is the swamp/marsh?
What is an apothecary?
Grendel’s attacks were triggered by the sounds of these celebrations in Hrothgar’s hall.
What are songs and feasts?
In the Hero’s Journey, this is the figure who tests Beowulf’s reputation and his abilities when he first arrives in Denmark.
Who is Unferth?
This warrior who first questions Beowulf's intentions upon arrival in Denmark.
Who is Wulgar?
After Grendel's attacks, the Danes were left in this emotional state.
What is despair?
To clear of guilt.
What is to absolve?
Grendel killed these warriors, who were unable to stop his attacks.
Who are the Danes?
During his journey, Beowulf receives this form of supernatural aid, represented by his incredible strength and confidence.
What is his strength or fate?
Beowulf’s father, whose name is mentioned in these early chapters.
Who is Ecgtheow?
This body of water separates Geatland from Denmark, which Beowulf and his men must cross to reach Hrothgar’s kingdom.
What is the sea.
Given to consumption of alcoholic drinks.
What is bibulous?
Grendel was said to be unable to approach this special place within Heorot.
What is Hrothgar’s throne?
This phase of the Hero’s Journey is represented by Beowulf’s preparation and boasting before he faces Grendel in Heorot.
What is Preparation for the Ordeal?