Beowulf Quiz

What does Beowulf "boast" about?

• His strength and bravery

• His wealth and riches

• His family lineage

• His knowledge and wisdom

What does the narrator foreshadow when saying Beowulf fought with fate against him?

• Beowulf's eventual victory

• Beowulf's impending death

• Beowulf's rise to power

• Beowulf's return home

Why must Beowulf use weapons to fight the dragon?

• The dragon is too powerful

• The dragon is invisible

• The dragon is protected by magic

• The dragon is too fast

What does Beowulf want to win from the dragon?

• Gold and treasure

• Land and territory

• Fame and glory

• Peace and harmony

How is Beowulf's decision to fight the dragon consistent with Anglo-Saxon values?

• It shows his loyalty and bravery

• It shows his greed and ambition

• It shows his wisdom and intelligence

• It shows his kindness and compassion

What do Beowulf's fellow warriors do when they see him struggling?

• They flee in fear

• They cheer him on

• They join the fight

• They pray for him

What happens to Beowulf's shield and sword?

• They break during the fight

• They are stolen by the dragon

• They are lost in the battle

• They are given to Wiglaf

Who remains to help Beowulf fight the dragon?

• Wiglaf

• Hrothgar

• Unferth

• Hygelac

Why does Wiglaf stay to help Beowulf?

• Loyalty and honor

• Fear and obligation

• Greed and ambition

• Curiosity and interest

How does Wiglaf's statement about flames relate to comitatus?

• It shows loyalty to his lord

• It shows fear of fire

• It shows desire for power

• It shows need for revenge