How does Beowulf view Grendel?

As a misunderstood miscreant who just wants to know what love is

Why does Grendel terrorize Hrothgar's men at Heorot?

He was jealous because he was cursed, but they were blessed.

He avenged the death of his mother who was killed by Aeschere.

He believed Hrothgar was his father and had ignored him.

He wanted to be a loyal thane to Hrothgar, but they wouldn't let him.

Considering this story is based on a pagan culture, it seems odd that there are so many Christian themes. What is an explanation for this?

The scribes who wrote it down were Christian monks who related it to the religion of their time.

It was written later than originally thought.

It's origins are in the Roman empire rather than the Germanic tribes.

The scop who passed the tale on changed it to please the king he told it to.

What is alliteration?

Repeated beginning consonant sounds.

Rhyming of words within a line of poetry.

A two word metaphor used in place of a noun.

The rhythm of regular meter in a poem.

What is the purpose of the boasting Beowulf does in this poem?

He is applying for a job, and his boasts are his resume.

He needs to appear strong to keep his men loyal.

He believes he is better than everyone else.

He wants people to be afraid of him.

two word metaphor used in place of a noun

repetition of beginning consonant sounds

giving non-human things human characteristics

an understatement that illustrates the opposite of what it states

The watchman spots Beowulf and his crew and at first

worried about why they are there with weapons

is the strongest and greatest of all men in the world

is the strongest and greatest of all Geats

is an orphan who somehow found his way to Herot

is summoned by Hrothgar to save his people

Why do the Danes flee Herot at night?

Beowulf's men are planning to attack them

King Hrothgar moves camp at night

Grendel only attacks during the day

Why couldn't Grendel harm Hrothgar?

His throne was protected by God.

Hrothgar was heavily protected by an army.

Hrothar was young, strong, and brave.

He couldn't find Hrothgar at night.

Why did Beowulf decide to help the Danes now?

duty, honor, fame and the omens were good

Grendel wanted to fight Beowulf

How does Beowulf identify himself when he arrives in Denmark?

by boasting or bragging about himself

What request does Beowulf make?

He requests some assistance in killing Grendel.

What is Beowulf's last wish?

to send his armor to Higlac if he dies

Which is an example of a caesura?

"To be or not to be, || that is the question"

"He found them sprawled in sleep, suspecting nothing..."

“foamy-throated sea stallion of the whale-road”

"here on this turning of the stair ... I pause and say a double prayer..."

Why is it pointless for Beowulf’s men to try and help their leader?

Their weapons have no effect on Grendel

Grendel eats them faster than they can attack

Beowulf told them only he can defeat Grendel

God will not allow them to assist Beowulf

What did Beowulf throw over one of the rafters as a symbol of his victory in battle?

The skinned fur of Grendel's coat

System of loyalty where everyone protects the king at all costs even if it means a warrior giving up his own life

Every man has a value attached to his life, and this must be repaid if he is killed

Repetition of the initial consonant sound

Two words joined together to take on a new metaphorical meaning

Every man has a value attached to his life, and this must be repaid if he is killed

Everyone protects the king at all costs even if it means a warrior giving up his own life

Repetition of the initial consonant sound

Two words joined together to take on a new metaphorical meaning

"Screams of the Almighty's enemy sang In the darkness,...." What does the underlined words signify?

a caesura to make an emphasis here about Grendel

a caesura signifying a pause for impact

Why is Grendel such a formidable opponent?

He cannot be harmed by weapons.

He is huge, hirsute, and horrendous.

The battle was over, Beowulf had been granted new glory: How?

Beowulf snapped Grendel's shoulder shredding muscle and splitting bone causing perfused bleeding and writhing pain.

Beowulf sliced Grendel's head clean off with a Samurai sword.

Beowulf dodged Grendel's blow and caused Grendel to slip and fall headlong.

Beowulf stamped on Grendel's head with his boot and crushed his skull skishing his eyeballs and caving in his nose.

What was put in memorial as victory by "He who had come to them from across the sea,"?

The monster's arm, claw, and shoulder hung from the rafters of Herot.

Hrothgar's armor on the mantle of the door.

Beowulf's helmet hung from the king's throne room.

Beowulf's shield dipped in gold and mounted on the door of Herot.

Unferth is considered a foil in Beowulf. What is a foil?

A character whose traits contrast another

What is Unferth's challenge to Beowulf?

Unferth challenges Beowulf's reputation and bravery by bringing up a swimming contest that Beowulf supposedly lost.

Unferth challenges Beowulf's strength and endurance by challenging him to a wrestling match.

Unferth challenges Beowulf's intelligence and wit by engaging him in a riddle contest.

Unferth challenges Beowulf's leadership and authority by questioning his ability to rule.

How does Beowulf respond to Unferth's challenge?

Beowulf recounts his past heroic deeds and calls into question Unferth's character.

Beowulf insults Unferth and challenges him to a duel.

Beowulf accepts Unferth's challenge but is defeated.

Beowulf ignores Unferth's challenge and walks away.

What is the significance of Unferth's challenge in Beowulf?

It tests Beowulf's bravery and reputation as a warrior.

It reveals Unferth's jealousy and insecurity.

It highlights Unferth's loyalty and admiration for Beowulf.

It showcases Beowulf's intelligence and wit.

How does Unferth's challenge impact the plot of Beowulf?

Unferth's challenge creates conflict and adds tension to the story.

Unferth's challenge leads to Beowulf's defeat.

Unferth's challenge strengthens the bond between Beowulf and his men.

Unferth's challenge has no impact on the plot of Beowulf.

Beowulf (MG, AofH, and Battle with Grendel)

Authored by Cameron Venuti

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30 sec • 1 pt

Beowulf is thought to be written by

Geoffrey Chaucer

William Shakespeare

Homer

A traveling Anglo-Saxon poet

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CCSS.RL.8.5

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The story was written in

The late 1300’s

~725 A.D

Unknown

44 B.C.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was a thane of Hygelac in Sweden?

Beowulf

Unferth

Grendel

Dunsinane

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Anglo-Saxon travelling poets were called

Scops

Bards

Minstrels

Jongleurs

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30 sec • 1 pt

Who is King of the Danes and for what problem does he need help?

Beowulf; a superiority complex

Ecgtheow; a hulking man/monster who ate all of his men

Unferth; alcoholism

Hrothgar; a hulking man/monster who ate all of his men

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What does King Hrothgar decide to build?

a funeral pyre

a ship

a mead hall

a tower that can be seen by sailors

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Grendel caused problems for the Danes for

a decade

20 years

one winter

12 years

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Beowulf (MG, AofH, and Battle with Grendel)

Beowulf is thought to be written by

The story was written in

Which of the following was a thane of Hygelac in Sweden?

Anglo-Saxon travelling poets were called

Who is King of the Danes and for what problem does he need help?

What does King Hrothgar decide to build?

Grendel caused problems for the Danes for

Grendel is the descendant of what evil man?

How many men did Beowulf bring?

How does Beowulf view Grendel?

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