Part 1+2
How do the Spear Danes honor Scyld upon his death?
They lay his body in a ship, surrounded by treasure, armor, and weapons, and send it out to sea.
What does Unferth accuse Beowulf of during their feast in the mead hall?
Being careless/reckless; putting himself in danger only for boasting about it later
How does Hrothgar show his trust in Beowulf?
He leaves Hart Hall in his care
"swan-road"
"distant-dwellers"
"word-hoard"
Kennings
What is the preferred beverage choice of the Anglo Saxons?
Mead
What is Hrothgar known for building in his community?
A mead-hall; Hart Hall; Heorot Hall
After hearing Beowulf's boast, how have Hrothgar's feelings changed since the arrival of Beowulf?
Hint: Hrothgar felt ______________ about his situation, and now he feels __________.
He felt hopeless and is now hopeful.
How does Grendel feel during his face-off with Beowulf?
He is afraid and wants to flee to his den
"pledge and promise"
"high over head"
alliteration
Christians
According to Hrothgar, what is Beowulf's supernatural ability?
He has the strength of thirty men
How does Beowulf plan to fight Grendel? And.. WHY?
He plans to fight without weapons or armor because Grendel doesn't use either of those things
After Grendel enters the hall, what happens to one of Beowulf's men?
He is ripped apart and eaten.
"Single-handed I'll settle the strife"
"With this hardy company, cleanse Hart Hall"
Alliteration
What animal is found on Beowulf's armor?
Boar
What Biblical allusion explains Grendel's origin? AND explain the allusion.
Cain and Abel; Cain murders his brother and is cast into the wilderness. He becomes the father of all evil creatures.
What two monsters has Beowulf defeated in his past battles?
Giants and nicors (water demons)
What trophy does Beowulf display for the Danes after his victory?
Grendel's arm
"Protector of the Danes, protector of the Scydlings,
Lord of nations, and leader of men"
Epithets
What does the E or the P stand for in the Epic hero acrostic?
Embodies and protects community values
Possesses supernatural traits
Who said it? "A warrior must know the difference between words and deeds"
The Scylding Coast Guard (or coast guard; or guard at the coast)
Who said it? "Fate goes as fate must."
Beowulf
How does Beowulf prepare for Grendel's arrival and attack?
He removes his armor and weapons
___Then an evil spirit who dwelt in darkness___
Caesura
What does the I or the C stand for in the Epic hero acrostic?
Identifies a need to go on a quest
Carries themselves with confidence