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Who is the hero of the epic poem Beowulf?

• Hrothgar

• Grendel

• Wiglaf

• Beowulf

What monster does Beowulf fight in the poem?

• Dragon

• Hydra

• Minotaur

• Grendel

In which centuries was the poem Beowulf likely composed?

• 16th to 18th centuries

• 8th to early 11th centuries

• 12th to 14th centuries

• 5th to 7th centuries

From which region did the Angles and Saxons migrate to England?

• France and Spain

• Scotland and Ireland

• Italy and Greece

• Denmark and northern Germany

What language did the Anglo-Saxons speak?

• Old Norse

• Middle English

• Latin

• Old English

What is the term used to describe the Anglo-Saxon belief in fate?

• kismet

• wyrd

• wyrdian

• fatum

What did the Anglo-Saxons hope to achieve through fame and treasure?

• To acquire land and power over others.

• To gain military strength and conquer neighboring tribes.

• To gain social status and secure loyalty.

• To establish trade routes and economic dominance.

By the time Beowulf was written down, what religion had the Anglo-Saxons converted to?

• Paganism

• Christianity

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

What cultural elements are mixed in the final version of Beowulf?

• A mix of Anglo-Saxon pagan traditions and Christian elements.

• A combination of medieval chivalry and Renaissance ideals.

• A blend of Norse mythology and Greek philosophy.

• Only Christian themes with no pagan influence.

What was the primary reason for Anglo-Saxons living communally?

• For agricultural efficiency.

• To establish trade routes.

• To maintain individual privacy.

• Mutual protection and support.