Beowulf Quiz

Who is Hygelac's thane, and what is significant about him?

• He is a young warrior with no experience in battle.

• He is the mightiest man on earth during his time.

• He is a sailor who travels across the seas for adventure.

• He is a king looking to conquer new lands.

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What does Hygelac's thane decide to do after hearing about Grendel?

• He decides to stay in Geatland to protect his people.

• He chooses to ignore the threat and focus on his own land.

• He orders a boat and plans to sail to the Danish kingdom to help the king.

• He sends a messenger to offer his advice from a distance.

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How do the elders in Geatland respond to Hygelac's thane's decision to go to Denmark?

• They try to convince him to stay home for his safety.

• They are indifferent to his decision.

• They inspect omens and encourage him to go.

• They deny him permission to leave.

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How many men does Hygelac's thane take with him on the journey?

• 10

• 12

• 14

• 16

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What message does Wulfgar deliver at the door of Heorot?

• That the king of the Danes is preparing for battle.

• That Hygelac's thane must leave at once.

• That the king of the Danes knows his ancestry and welcomes him.

• That the Danish warriors are ready to attack.

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Why do you think the elders inspected omens before encouraging Hygelac's thane to go to Denmark? How does this reflect the culture and beliefs of the time?

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What qualities of leadership does Hygelac's thane demonstrate in this passage? How do these qualities set him apart as a hero?

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How does Beowulf describe his previous victories in battle?

• He has fought many battles but never won.

• He has defeated five beasts, raided a troll-nest, and killed sea-brutes.

• He has only defended his homeland and never ventured far.

• He has fought in many battles but never faced a monster like Grendel.

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What is Beowulf's request to Hrothgar?

• That Hrothgar will provide him with weapons and armor.

• That Hrothgar allows him to fight Grendel alone, without the use of weapons.

• That Hrothgar refuses him entry into Heorot.

• That Hrothgar gives him a reward before the battle.

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Why does Beowulf choose to fight Grendel without weapons?

• He believes weapons are useless against Grendel.

• He wants to make the fight more challenging.

• He has heard that Grendel scorns the use of weapons.

• He lost his sword on the way to Denmark.

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