BEOWULF TEST

Front

What is the name of Hrothgar’s mead-hall?

Back

Heorot

Front

Grendel and his mother are descendents of

Back

Cain.

Front

What is the one thing that Grendel will not approach in the mead-hall?

Back

the throne

Front

Beowulf is King Hygelac’s

Back

nephew.

Front

The phrase “wave-traveler” is an example of

Back

a kenning.

Front

What weapon does Beowulf use to fight Grendel?

Back

Beowulf does not use a weapon, only his hands.

Front

What does Beowulf take as a trophy from his fight with Grendel?

Back

Beowulf keeps Grendel’s arm and shoulder.

Front

The bard sings about Sigemund, who is similar to Beowulf because he

Back

is brave, strong, and fights monsters.

Front

An example of the father and son motif is the relationship between

Back

Hrothgar and Beowulf.

Front

Why does Wealtheow want Beowulf to befriend her sons?

Back

Wealtheow fears for their safety after Hrothgar’s death.