Beowulf In-Text Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

ply

Back

sail through

Front

What is a floor of a fireplace?

Back

hearth

Front

family relation; relative

Back

kinsman

Front

Canny

Back

wise

Front

wane

Back

decrease in size

Front

What does 'canny' imply in a character's traits?

Back

It implies wisdom and shrewdness.

Front

What is the significance of a 'hearth' in a home?

Back

It symbolizes warmth, comfort, and family.

Front

Define 'kinsman' in the context of relationships.

Back

A kinsman is a male relative, often used to denote family ties.

Front

What does it mean to 'wane' in terms of power or influence?

Back

It means to decrease or diminish over time.

Front

What is the opposite of 'wane'?

Back

To wax, meaning to increase or grow.