Beowulf-"The Last Battle" and "The Spoils"-Reading Check

Why did Beowulf use sword and shield against the dragon?

• It had become his habit.

• He no longer had chain mail armor.

• As protection from the flames.

• To test the dragon's strength.

What happened to the sword when Beowulf stabbed the dragon?

• Nothing

• It cracked

• It melted

• None of these answers

What did Beowulf's soldiers do when the dragon covered him in flames?

• They watched.

• Nothing.

• They rushed to save him.

• They ran.

Who was the only person who tried to help Beowulf against the the dragon?

• Wexstan

• Welthow

• Wiglac

• Wulfgar

Beowulf is an example of a(n)

• Epic Poem

• Ballad

• Novella

• Cinquain

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Which of the following is a trait of an epic hero?

• of noble birth
• traits reflect societal ideals
• performs deeds requiring great courage and strength
• all of the above

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After Beowulf died, he asked that his men _______________

• build a tower to honor him

• spit the dragon's treasure among themselves

• make Grendel the king

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Beowulf returned to Geatland and became king. He ruled for ______________ years in peace.

• 10

• 25

• 50

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Beowulf kills Grendel’s mother with ______________

• His bare hands

• His sword Hrunting

• Excalibur

• A magical sword made by giants

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Who said "Our glorious king? By almighty God,/ I'd rather burn myself than see/Flames swirling around my lord."

• Wiglaf

• Beowulf

• Grendel

• Herot