Anglo-Saxon Quiz (S)

What is an epic hero?

• A villainous character

• A warrior

• A poet

• A king

What is a common trait of all epic heroes mentioned in the presentation?

• Humility

• Confidence

• Fearfulness

• Indecisiveness

What is a caesura in poetry?

• A pause dividing words in a line of poetry

• A quick rhythm

• An extended metaphor

• A loud and sudden sound

What language was Beowulf first transcribed in?

• Middle English

• Old English

• Latin

• French

In what form did Beowulf initially exist before it was written down?

• Written manuscript

• Oral tradition

• Digital format

• None of the Above

Who do we think transcribed Beowulf?

• A king

• A warrior

• A poet

• A monk

What was added to Beowulf later that reflects Christian elements?

• Pagan rituals

• Supernatural powers

• References to MANY gods

• Christian teachings

What is a kenning in Anglo-Saxon poetry?

• A metaphorical compound word or phrase substituted for a thing or name

• A type of rhyme

• A form of simile

• A type of epic

What poetic device involves the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

• Onomatopoeia

What were the Anglo-Saxons originally in terms of their religious beliefs?

• Christians

• Atheists

• Pagans

• None of the Above