Beowulf Review
Quiz
•
English
•
12th Grade
•
Practice Problem
•
Medium
+3
Standards-aligned
LEEANNE GRIFFIN
Used 35+ times
FREE Resource
Enhance your content in a minute
18 questions
Show all answers
1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an epithet in literature?
A derogatory term used to insult a character
A descriptive phrase used to characterize a person or thing
A type of rhyme scheme used in poetry
A form of irony used to create humor
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of fate in Beowulf?
It determines the outcome of every character's actions
It is portrayed as a force that can be controlled by humans
It is seen as a random occurrence with no significance
It has no influence on the events of the story
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
3.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of alliteration in Beowulf?
To create a musical effect
To emphasize unimportant words or phrases
To convey a sense of urgency
To create vivid imagery
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the use of figurative language enhance the meaning of Beowulf?
It adds depth and complexity to the narrative
It simplifies the story for easier comprehension
It creates a sense of realism and authenticity
It distracts from the main themes and messages
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does Wiglaf play in Beowulf?
He is Beowulf's loyal and courageous warrior companion
He is Beowulf's mentor and advisor
He is Beowulf's rival and enemy
He is a wise and respected elder in the Geat kingdom
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are kennings in Beowulf?
Descriptive phrases used in place of a noun
Rhyming words used for poetic effect
A word that looks like it sounds
Repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of a kenning in Beowulf?
"Whale-road" for the sea
"Bright as the sun" for a warrior
"Swift as a cheetah" for a horse
"Tall as a mountain" for a giant
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
Access all questions and much more by creating a free account
Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports

Continue with Google

Continue with Email

Continue with Classlink

Continue with Clever
or continue with

Microsoft
%20(1).png)
Apple
Others
Already have an account?
Similar Resources on Wayground
18 questions
JOB.
Quiz
•
1st - 12th Grade
15 questions
Present Perfect & Present Perfect Continuous
Quiz
•
10th Grade - University
20 questions
DE1 present continuous E2c
Quiz
•
12th Grade
15 questions
Travel and Holidays FCE
Quiz
•
12th Grade
20 questions
Language Quiz 1: Nouns and Pronouns
Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
15 questions
ÔN THI KÌ 2 LỚP 12
Quiz
•
12th Grade
18 questions
Agenda and Minutes - Intra Office Communication
Quiz
•
8th Grade - University
20 questions
COUNTRIES, CAPITALS AND LANGUAGES
Quiz
•
3rd Grade - University
Popular Resources on Wayground
5 questions
This is not a...winter edition (Drawing game)
Quiz
•
1st - 5th Grade
25 questions
Multiplication Facts
Quiz
•
5th Grade
10 questions
Identify Iconic Christmas Movie Scenes
Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
20 questions
Christmas Trivia
Quiz
•
6th - 8th Grade
18 questions
Kids Christmas Trivia
Quiz
•
KG - 5th Grade
11 questions
How well do you know your Christmas Characters?
Lesson
•
3rd Grade
14 questions
Christmas Trivia
Quiz
•
5th Grade
20 questions
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Quiz
•
5th Grade
Discover more resources for English
9 questions
The Art of the Haiku
Lesson
•
6th - 12th Grade
7 questions
SPARK 12/18/25
Lesson
•
9th - 12th Grade
26 questions
Christmas Trivia
Quiz
•
12th Grade
10 questions
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Chapter 5
Quiz
•
KG - University
10 questions
ACT 3: Humanities Common Assessment
Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
