Anglo-Saxon Literature Quiz
Authored by Daniel Harrison
English
12th Grade
CCSS covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What historical event caused Beowulf to be written down?
the death of William the Conqueror, who had forbade writing in England during his reign
the arrival of Christianity to England
the end of the Roman Empire's hold on England
the deaths caused by the Black Plague throughout Europe
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
How does Grendel attack the sleeping men and why does Beowulf's response stun him?
Grendel attacks during the day and Beowulf responds by running away in a tactical retreat
Grendel comes to attack the men with his talons and Beowulf responds by grabbing his arm and Grendel is surprised by his strength
Grendel sends a messenger to attack and Beowulf responds by ignoring his demands for surrender out of pride
Grendel attacks with a sword and Beowulf responds by surrendering in fear at the might of Grendel
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.5
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How was Grendel fatally wounded by Beowulf? What body part did he leave behind as a result?
His leg was broken
His head was severed
His tendons ripped and his arm was taken off
His foot was crushed
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where did Grendel go upon his death? In what kind of manner or in what kind of language is his death described?
To the mountains. in a peaceful manner
To his home in the swamp. violent language
To the forest. in a calm manner
To the desert. in indifferent language
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Based on lines 1-24 of "The Wanderer" poem, what type of setting has this wanderer traveled on? How does this setting add to the tone of the poem?
Sunny beach, adding joy
Ice cold ocean, adding loneliness
Dense forest, adding mystery
Bustling city, adding excitement
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.11-12.8
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the poem Beowulf indicate the pagan beliefs of the people attacked by Grendel?
they go to church to hear a sermon
they sacrifice at pagan altars
they talk to spirits
they ask a priest to do a sacrifice to appease Grendel
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the author trying to teach about heroism through the poem "The Wanderer"?
Heroism is about avoiding dangers
Heroism involves seeking wisdom
Heroism is about physical strength
Heroism is about being fearless
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.11-12.8
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