Beowulf Test

What is the estimated time period of Beowulf's composition?

• 500-800 A.D.

• 700-1000 A.D.

• 1000-1300 A.D.

• 1300-1500 A.D.

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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

Who is the narrator of Beowulf?

• An Anglo-Saxon warrior

• A pagan storyteller

• A Christian narrator

• Beowulf himself

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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

Which of the following is NOT considered an Anglo-Saxon trait of a hero?

• Bravery

• Loyalty

• Cowardice

• Generosity

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is the tone of lines 44-49 in the epic poem?

• Joyful and celebratory

• Somber and fearful

• Indifferent and detached

• Humorous and light-hearted

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Why does the poet say "hate had triumphed" in reference to Hrothgar's hall?

• The Danes had turned against each other

• Evil had undermined the bonds of community

• Grendel had physically destroyed the hall

• The hall had been abandoned by its inhabitants

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What does Grendel's unwillingness to bargain for gold or land suggest?

• He is interested in wealth

• He can be reasoned with

• There is no way to end the conflict

• He respects the Danes' property

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

How does the kenning "shadow of death" contribute to Grendel's characterization?

• It suggests Grendel is invisible

• It implies Grendel is a friendly spirit

• It portrays Grendel as an ever-present threat

• It indicates Grendel is afraid of the dark

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Which trait is NOT mentioned as being valued by Anglo-Saxons in Beowulf's description?

• Courage

• Physical strength

• Selflessness

• Wisdom

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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 is the Anglo-Saxon term for fate?

• Wyrd

• Fate

• Destiny

• Kismet

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Why does Wulfgar request that the Geats leave their weapons outside the hall?

• To show respect for Hrothgar

• Because weapons are forbidden in the hall

• Due to the Danes' vulnerability after Grendel's attacks

• To challenge the Geats' fighting abilities

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9