Beowulf Quiz

What are some of the major themes in Beowulf?

• love, betrayal, forgiveness, and the importance of being intelligent

• war, violence, revenge, and healthy living

• religion, spirituality, morality, and the search for meaning

• heroism, loyalty, fate, and the power of storytelling

Who is the main protagonist in Beowulf?

• Beowulf

• Wiglaf

• Hrothgar

• Grendel

What does Grendel symbolize in Beowulf?

• peace and harmony

• good and order

• bravery and heroism

• evil and chaos

What are some examples of symbolism in Beowulf?

• Sword, Shield, Armor

• Warrior, Hero, King

• Dragon, Grendel, Herot

• Monster, Battle, Victory

What qualities make Beowulf an epic hero?

• Lazy, incompetent, cowardly, dishonorable, ignoble

• Brave, courageous, strong, skilled in battle, noble, honorable

• Timid, fearful, feeble, unskilled in combat, dishonorable

• Cowardly, weak, unskilled in battle, dishonorable, ignoble

What is the historical context of Beowulf?

• Ancient Greece

• Victorian era in England

• Anglo-Saxon period in England

• Renaissance period in Italy

What is the significance of the mead-hall in Beowulf?

• Symbol of isolation, weakness, and vulnerability

• Symbol of community, power, and protection

• Symbol of destruction, chaos, and fear

• Symbol of individualism, insignificance, and danger

What role does Wiglaf play in Beowulf?

• Wiglaf plays the role of a coward who abandons Beowulf in his final battle.

• Wiglaf plays the role of a wise advisor who helps Beowulf in his final battle against the dragon.

• Wiglaf plays the role of a loyal warrior and the only one who helps Beowulf in his final battle against the dragon.

• Wiglaf plays the role of the main antagonist in Beowulf.

How does Beowulf's character change throughout the poem?

• Beowulf's character changes from a young and ambitious warrior seeking glory and fame to a wise and selfless king who prioritizes the well-being of his people.

• Beowulf's character changes from a cowardly and selfish individual to a brave and selfless hero.

• Beowulf's character changes from a wise and selfless king to a young and ambitious warrior seeking glory and fame.

• Beowulf's character remains the same throughout the poem.

What is the role of women in Beowulf?

• The role of women in Beowulf is primarily that of servants and slaves.

• The role of women in Beowulf is primarily that of peace-weavers and hostesses.

• The role of women in Beowulf is primarily that of villains and antagonists.

• The role of women in Beowulf is primarily that of warriors and fighters.