Beowulf Flashcard

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What people does Beowulf become king of?

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Geats

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Why does the dragon attack Beowulf’s kingdom?

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A thief stole a gold cup from his treasure horde.

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Which of the following is true about Wiglaf?

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he is the only soldier from Beowulf’s crew who doesn’t desert him

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How does Beowulf die?

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He is crushed when the dragon falls upon him in death.

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What are the last words Beowulf speaks?

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a desire for the dragon’s treasure to be shared with all his people

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What does Beowulf regret not having in his death?

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a wife who would’ve loved him

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Beowulf believes that no matter what he does, the outcome of his actions is ultimately determined by:
- God and fate
- the strength of his will
- the strength of his body
- the needs of his people

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God and fate

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Beowulf’s men burn his body as it goes out to sea; this is called a

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pyre

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With what do the men seal Beowulf’s memorial tower?

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his weapons

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What was added to/changed about the original Beowulf, therefore changing the original text?

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nothing, this is the original text