Quiz on 'The Wrath of Grendel' and 'The Coming of Beowulf'

Why does Grendel attack Herot?

• To steal treasure

• To seek revenge

• Because he is disturbed by the noise and joy in Herot

• To find a place to live

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CCSS.RL.8.10

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In what way is Grendel meant to symbolize the Pagan faith system?

• As a symbol of chaos and destruction

• As a symbol of wisdom and knowledge

• As a symbol of peace and harmony

• As a symbol of love and compassion

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

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What qualities are valued by Anglo-Saxons based on lines 109-122?

• Wealth and luxury

• Bravery and loyalty

• Intelligence and cunning

• Beauty and charm

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is the role of Beowulf in the story?

• He is the king of Herot

• He is a warrior who comes to help Herot

• He is a friend of Grendel

• He is a merchant in Herot

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

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What does Beowulf’s arrival signify for the people of Herot?

• Hope and salvation

• Fear and despair

• Wealth and prosperity

• Knowledge and wisdom

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

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What is the significance of the Christian and Pagan elements in the story?

• They show the conflict between different belief systems

• They show the harmony between different belief systems

• They show the superiority of one belief system over the other

• They show the irrelevance of belief systems

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What does Beowulf's speech, when he first gets to Herot, reveal about his character?

• He is humble and modest.

• He is boastful and confident.

• He is fearful and anxious.

• He is indifferent and detached.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

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Why does Beowulf sail to Denmark?

• To seek revenge.

• To find treasure.

• To help Hrothgar by defeating Grendel.

• To explore new lands.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What does Beowulf's willingness to fight Grendel without weapons signify?

• His fear of using weapons.

• His confidence in his own strength.

• His lack of resources.

• His desire to negotiate.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

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What is the primary conflict introduced in Beowulf's speech?

• Man vs. Nature

• Man vs. Man

• Man vs. Self

• Man vs. Supernatural

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

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