Beowulf Review

Who/What was Hrothgar?

• King of the Danes.

• A warrior from the Geats.

• A dragon in Norse mythology.

• A famous poet of the Anglo-Saxon era.

What is the importance of treasure in Beowulf?

• Treasure symbolizes loyalty, reward, and the legacy of a warrior's achievements.

• Treasure is merely a sign of wealth and power.

• Treasure represents the greed and corruption of kings.

• Treasure is used solely for trade and commerce.

What is the significance of fate in Beowulf?

• Fate, or 'wyrd', plays a crucial role in the characters' lives and their acceptance of destiny.

• Fate is irrelevant to the characters' actions and decisions.

• Fate is only mentioned in passing and does not influence the plot.

• Fate is a concept that is rejected by the characters in the story.

How does Beowulf demonstrate the value of courage?

• By facing Grendel and later Grendel's mother without fear, showcasing his bravery.

• By avoiding battles and seeking peace with his enemies.

• By relying on his friends to fight his battles for him.

• By boasting about his past victories without taking action.

Who was the King of the Danes?

• Hrothgar

• Beowulf

• Grendel

• Wiglaf

What is the role of women in Beowulf?

• Women are primarily depicted as warriors alongside men.

• Women in Beowulf often serve as peaceweavers or are portrayed in roles that highlight their influence on men.

• Women have no significant role in the story.

• Women are mainly shown as caretakers and homemakers.

What does the term 'epic hero' mean in the context of Beowulf?

• A character who is cowardly and avoids conflict.

• An ordinary person with no special qualities.

• An epic hero is a brave and noble character admired for great achievements, exemplified by Beowulf.

• A villain who opposes the hero's journey.

How does Beowulf's character evolve throughout the poem?

• He remains a young warrior throughout the poem.

• He evolves from a young warrior seeking glory to a wise king who values his people's safety.

• He becomes a tyrant who only cares about his own power.

• He is defeated and loses all his honor.

Who was the only victim of Grendel's mother?

• Esher

• Beowulf

• Hrothgar

• Wiglaf

What is the relationship between Beowulf and Hrothgar?

• Beowulf is a warrior who comes to help Hrothgar defeat Grendel.

• Beowulf is Hrothgar's brother.

• Beowulf is Hrothgar's enemy.

• Beowulf is Hrothgar's son.