Beowulf: part 2 Quiz

Who is Beowulf?

• A young warrior from Geatland

• A king of the Danes

• A monster terrorizing Herot

• A sailor from Denmark

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From which country does Beowulf originate?

• Denmark

• Norway

• Geatland (southern tip of what is now Sweden)

• England

Who is Higlac in relation to Beowulf?

• Beowulf's father

• Beowulf's uncle

• Beowulf's brother

• Beowulf's cousin

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What decision does Beowulf make regarding Hrothgar?

• To challenge him to a duel

• To help him get rid of the monster Grendel

• To ignore his plight

• To send him a letter of advice

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How many warriors does Beowulf choose to accompany him to Denmark?

• 10

• 12

• 14

• 16

Why did Beowulf's kinsmen urge him to go to Denmark?

• Because they wanted him to become king

• Because Hrothgar needed help and Beowulf was loved by the Geats

• Because they wanted to get rid of him

• Because they feared Grendel would attack Geatland next

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How did Beowulf learn about Grendel's attacks?

• Through a dream

• From a letter sent by Hrothgar

• Sailors brought the stories of Herot and Grendel’s attacks at night

• From a prophecy

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What is one of Beowulf's accomplishments?

• Built a great hall

• Drove 5 giants into chains and chased all of that race from the earth

• Discovered a new land

• Defeated a dragon

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What is the name of the king of the Danes whom Beowulf helps?

• Higlac

• Hrothgar

• Grendel

• Herot

What is the name of the monster terrorizing the Danes?

• Hrothgar

• Herot

• Grendel

• Beowulf

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