Beowulf

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1. For years, King Hrothgar has futilely tried to protect his subjects from the monster Grendel. What group of people does he rule? The Britons The Norse The Danes The Swedes

2. The author of "Beowulf" states that Grendel the monster was condemned by God. Why? He rejected Christ. He was a child of Cain. He had killed his first wife. None of these reasons.

3. Beowulf arrives to save Hrothgar's honor and defeat Grendel. Which of the following characterizations does not accurately describe Beowulf? Bravest of men Mighty High born Humble

4. Women, for the most part, play a peripheral part in "Beowulf". The poem depicts women in all of the roles EXCEPT: Villainess Hostess Hero Peaceweaver

5. What does the jealous lord Unferth mock Beowulf about? Being rejected by a princess. Losing a swimming race. Failing to slay a dragon. Running away from a battle.

6. After Beowulf slays Grendel, who comes to avenge the monster? Grendel's mother Satan Cain A dragon

7. Beowulf is defeated by Grendel's mother. True False

8. How does Beowulf eventually become king of the Geats? Beowulf kills King Hygelac. King Hygelac and his sons all die, leaving no heirs. King Hygelac feels Beowulf is superior to himself. Beowulf wins a bet with King Hygelac and marries his daughter.

9. Beowulf is only able to rule as king for one year. True False

10. How does Beowulf die? His wife kills him in his sleep Wounds received from his battle with the dragon He does not die at the end of the poem A jealous warrior stabs him in the back