Beowulf - The Battle of the Dragon

Why did the dragon become angry?

• He was guarding treasure and someone took a cup.

• He woke up in a grumpy mood.

• He wanted a nap, and it was interrupted.

• He had a grudge against Beowulf and his people.

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In this last battle, Beowulf has ruled as the

• king of the Danes

• king of the Geats

• king of the Anglo-Saxons

• king of Delaware

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How does Beowulf plan to fight the dragon?

• With his bare hands
• Using a giant's sword
• With his sword and shield
• Together with his thanes

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"I will fight again, seek fame still. If the Dragon hiding in his tower dares to face me." This quote is evidence of

• Beowulf's promise

• Beowulf's desire for fame

• Beowulf's modest opinion

• Beowulf's desire for a wife

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How does Beowulf begin his fight with the dragon?

• He sneaks up and attempts to chop its head off.

• He summons him with a very loud battle cry.

• He and his army of thanes storm its tower.

• Beowulf sends Wiglaf ahead to scout.

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How do Beowulf's men react when Beowulf begins to fight the dragon?

• They cheer on their king.

• They run to get help.

• They run and hide.

• They come to his aid.

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Which thane stays loyal and comes to Beowulf's aid?

• Unferth

• Wealthow

• Higlac

• Wiglaf

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How does Wiglaf speak to the cowardly thanes?

• He guilts them, reminding them of their duty.

• He forgives them.

• He orders that they be executed.

• He banishes them from Geatland.

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How does the final battle end?

• Beowulf kills the dragon but is mortally wounded.

• Beowulf dies, and Wiglaf avenges him by killing the dragon.

• Beowulf is victorious, and his thanes celebrate.

• The dragon escapes, and so the Geats must go into hiding.

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When talking about himself, Beowulf is mostly proud about his

• overall bravery

• humbleness

• sword skills

• gained treasures

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