Beowulf Quiz
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12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do the opening lines about Scyld Scefing highlight his impact on his people?
By illustrating his wealth and generosity
By detailing his conquests and victories
By describing his lineage and ancestry
By emphasizing his role as a unifier and leader
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.8.4
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of Grendel being a descendant of Cain in the narrative?
It links Grendel to a cursed lineage
It suggests Grendel's potential for heroism
It highlights Grendel's role as a savior
It justifies Grendel's actions as inevitable
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.8.4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What motivates Beowulf to travel to Denmark?
A desire for wealth
A sense of duty and fame
Revenge against Grendel
Orders from his king
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.10
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does fate (wyrd) play in the early part of the poem?
It suggests that heroes have full control over their destiny
It demonstrates that fate is indifferent to human actions
It is used only in the context of death
It serves to highlight Beowulf’s hubris
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.8.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why do the Danes fear Grendel’s attacks?
Grendel kills their livestock
Grendel’s attacks are unpredictable and terrifying
Grendel spreads disease among them
The Danes are unprepared for battle
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.8.4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Hrothgar describe Beowulf’s father?
As a rival
As a wise elder
As a friend in need of assistance
As a brave leader
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.8.10
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the symbolic meaning of Heorot, the mead-hall?
It represents the success and unity of the Danes
It serves as a warning against pride
It reflects the struggle between chaos and order
It symbolizes Grendel’s dominance
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.8.4
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