Beowulf: Key Events and Themes

The video summarizes the epic poem Beowulf, detailing its historical context, themes, and key events. It covers Beowulf's battles against Grendel, Grendel's mother, and a dragon, highlighting themes of bravery, loyalty, and heroism. The video also introduces a trivia feature for viewers to test their knowledge.

What is the main theme of the poem Beowulf?

• Love and Betrayal

• Bravery and Loyalty

• Magic and Mystery

• Wealth and Power

Who is the king of Denmark that Beowulf helps?

• King Arthur

• King Hrothgar

• King Alfred

• King Harold

How does Beowulf defeat Grendel?

• By tearing off his arm

• With a bow and arrow

• With a magical sword

• By using a spear

What does Grendel's mother do in retaliation for her son's defeat?

• She attacks the great hall

• She curses the land

• She attacks Beowulf's homeland

• She steals a treasure

What weapon does Beowulf use to defeat Grendel's mother?

• A sword forged by giants

• His bare hands

• A spear given by Hrothgar

• A magical shield

What creature threatens Beowulf's kingdom after 50 years of peace?

• A witch

• A sea monster

• A giant

• A dragon

What does Beowulf reflect on before facing the dragon?

• His past victories

• His family

• His wealth

• His enemies

Who remains by Beowulf's side during the battle with the dragon?

• Wiglaf

• Hrothgar

• Unferth

• Grendel

What does Beowulf request Wiglaf to do with his body after his death?

• Build a great burial mound

• Bury it at sea

• Send it back to Geetland

• Cremate it and scatter the ashes

What is the name of the burial mound built in Beowulf's honor?

• Beowulf's Barrow

• Hrothgar's Hill

• Grendel's Grave

• Wiglaf's Watch