Beowulf Test Review
Authored by Chrissie Davenport
others
AI Actions
Add similar questions
Adjust reading levels
Convert to real-world scenario
Translate activity
More...
Content View
Student View
14 questions
Show all answers
1.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
Which two quotes contain kennings?
Grendel was the name of this grim demon
With his own hands he had killed Heatholaf
Beowulf's warriors worked to defend their lord's life
The dread of the land was desperate to escape
A canny pilot along the coast and currents
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
When we meet Beowulf, how is he described?
He acts recklessly
He is evil and sinful
He is strong and brave
He is full of himself and selfish
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 4 pts
13. The author substitutes the name Grendel with the kenning "God-cursed brute" in order to--
emphasize how evil Grendel is
describe the chaos Grendel creates
show the reader that Grendel is no real challenge
to avoid using his true name
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
The poem says that the people went to pagan shrines and made offerings to idols in hopes that it would get rid of Grendel. What does this say about the people?
They are weak and decide to join Grendel in his evilness
They are looking for a quick fix
They are desperate and will try anything that might help
They are pagans and don't know God
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 4 pts
Why does Beowulf choose to take part in the quest to defeat Grendel?
Because Grendel has caused a lot of damage
Because he had a lot of soldiers help him
Because he is a mighty hero
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 10 pts
Which choice best explains why the author put the battle with Grendel’s mother at the bottom of the lake? (8A)
The lake is difficult territory for the Danes, thus causing doubt for Grendel’s mother and the reader.
The lake is a deeply symbolic place for Grendel’s mother to hide, thus reinforcing what a complex enemy she is.
The dark underwater hall is the domain of Grendel’s mother, thus raising the story’s tension and conflict.
The dark lake represents the evil of Grendel’s mother, thus contrasting with the goodness of the Danes.
7.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
In line 67, what does relished mean? Mark all that apply.
Moistened
Enjoyed
Shiny
Despised
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 Microsoft
or continue with
%20(1).png)
Apple
Others
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Already have an account?
