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Beowulf Quiz Parts 1-8
Quiz by Lisa Hills
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1. The Anglo-Saxon period is
Old English is the earliest historical form of the English language, brought to _______________ by the Anglo-Saxons.Â
Most ancient stories, like Beowulf, were passed down through __________________.Â
The Beowulf poet (author/translator) was most likely a ________________ monk who added ______________ elements to the story. (both blanks are the same word)
Beowulf is a(n) ________________.
The setting of Beowulf isÂ
 Key characters: Hrothgar He is known in the story as
Key characters: Grendel He is known in the story as
Key characters: Higlac He is known in the story as
Key characters: Beowulf he is known in the story as
Key characters: Unferth he is known in the story as
Basically, Beowulf is an epic battle between __________ and ______________.Â
What values and ideals of the Danish people does Shield's rise from an orphan to a revered king illustrate?
What was Shield's final wish after his death?Â
What can we infer about the importance of legacy and generational continuity in Danish culture from the succession of Shield to Beow to Healfdene?
Who succeeded Shield as king and became famous throughout the North?
How does the funeral of Shield reflect the customs and beliefs surrounding death and honor in ancient Danish society?
What is the lineage of Grendel, the monster that terrorizes the Danes?
Why did Hrothgar build the great mead-hall, Heorot?
How does Hrothgar's decision to build Heorot reflect his character and leadership style?
What significance do you think the poet's songs and stories of creation have in the context of the joy and harmony within Heorot?
How does Grendel's lineage and backstory as a descendant of Cain influence our understanding of his role as an antagonist in the narrative?
Why does Grendel attack the Danes?Â
How do the Danes' reactions to Grendel's attacks reflect their changing beliefs and practices over the twelve years of terror?
What impact did Grendel's continuous assaults have on the morale and social structure of Hrothgar's kingdom?
Why did Beowulf decide to travel to the land of the Danes?
What was Beowulf’s initial request when arriving at Herot?
How did Hrothgar describe Beowulf when he first heard of his arrival?
What did Beowulf ask Hrothgar for before fighting Grendel?
How did Unferth attempt to discredit Beowulf’s reputation?
How did Beowulf respond to Unferth's taunt about the swimming contest?
What did Beowulf claim to have done during his swimming contest with Brecca?
What did Beowulf promise would happen if he lost the fight to Grendel?
What did Beowulf tell Hrothgar to do with his armor if he died in the battle with Grendel?
How did Beowulf plan to fight Grendel?
What was the Danes' reaction to Beowulf’s arrival and willingness to fight Grendel?
What does Hrothgar thank God for at the beginning of his speech?
What does Hrothgar compare Beowulf to in his speech?
According to Hrothgar, what has Beowulf achieved through his deeds?
How does Beowulf explain Grendel’s escape during the battle?
What does Beowulf predict about Grendel after the battle?
What did Hrothgar gift Beowulf as a reward for his victory over Grendel?
What does Hrothgar do for the warriors who accompanied Beowulf to Denmark?
What was the condition of Herot after Grendel’s attack?
How does Beowulf respond to Hrothgar’s grief over Aeschere’s death?
What does Beowulf take from the cave after defeating Grendel’s mother?
What prevents Grendel's mother from injuring Beowulf during their battle?
What does Beowulf ask Hrothgar to do if he dies in the battle?
Which of the following best describes the emotional response of the Danes when they see Aeschere’s head?
How does Hrothgar advise Beowulf to live after his victory?
Why is Unferth's lending of Hrunting significant to the story?
What does the melting of the giant’s sword symbolize after the defeat of Grendel's mother?
What is the significance of Hrothgar's comparison between Beowulf and Heremod?
What role does divine intervention (God, The Gods, fate, The Universe) play in Beowulf's victory over Grendel’s mother?
What effect does the retelling of the flood and the giants on the sword hilt have on the overall theme of the story?
