Beowulf Section Quiz

What protects Beowulf from Grendel's mother?

• Hrothgar's sword

• Beowulf's Helmet

• Beowulf's ring woven metal

• Beowulf's shield

Which of the following is NOT TRUE about Grendel's Mothers home?

• there are sea beasts

• there is molten lava

• there is a battle hall with high arching roofs

• light wall all around

What was wrong with the Hrunting (Hrothgar's sword)

• it could not slice Grendel's mothers skin

• it was not holy

• it was not made of Gold

• Grendel's mother put magic on the sword

What is Beowulf's main goal?

• to win the heart of the queen

• to have treasure and feasting

• to have fame and glory

• to one day become King

What made Beowulf stronger?

• his powers

• the Hrunting (Hrothgar's sword)

• his anger

• his magic

What sword worked for Beowulf?

• a magic sword made by giants that he found on the wall

• a magic sword of Grendel's mother that he found on the wall

• a holy sword made by Grendel's mother that he found in the lake

• the Hrunting (Hrothgar's sword) that he found in the lake

What did Beowulf do to show power over Grendel?

• even though he was dead Beowulf cut off Grendel's other arm

• even though he was dead Beowulf brought the body to Herot

• even though he was dead Beowulf cut him in pieces in front of his mother

• even though he was dead Beowulf cut off Grendel's head

Which part of the sword does Beowulf keep?

• he just takes off the jewels

• the whole sword

• the hilt (handle) with jewels

• the silver blade

What happens to the rest of the sword?

• it falls off

• it melts

How many men does it take to carry the head?

• at least two

• at least three

• at least four

• at least five