The Death of Beowulf & Mourning Beowulf Sections VII & VIII

Why does Beowulf ask for jewels, shining armor and gems?

• to give them away to the Geats
• to burn them
• for Wiglaf to take and lead the people with

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What does Beowulf want the Geats to do with his body?

• build him a tomb
• bury him near his family home
• to host a parade in his honor

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Why is Wiglaf and Beowulf's triumph short lived?

• Another dragon comes and fights them
• Beowulf's sword breaks
• Beowulf dies from a wound on his neck
• Grendel comes back

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Wiglaf was disappointed with the people because

• They were not able to defeat the dragon.
• They did not come to the battle prepared.
• They left Beowulf to die alone.
• They deserted Wiglaf and Beowulf when they needed them the most.

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What quote lets you know Beowulf is dying?

• "I'd leave my armor to my son."
• "I can leave this life happy."
• "Watched me wash my sword in blood."
• "Have gone by as fate willed"

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Why was the treasure buried in the sand?

• it was worthless
• they wanted to save it for later
• to symbolize a remembrance of Beowulf
• to save it and trade it with other nations

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How did Beowulf's followers mourn him?

• rode around the mound mourning their beloved leader
• cried while walking away
• cheered to celebrate his bravery

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How long did Beowulf rule the land?

• 10 years
• 30 years
• 40 years
• 50 years

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What was Beowulf's wish?

• to have fate on his side
• wished he was young again
• wanted to have multiple children to pass his armor on to
• wanted to have a son

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Why did Wiglaf stay to fight with Beowulf?

• he wanted the treasures
• he felt it was his duty
• Wiglaf did not stay - he too left
• Beowulf begged him to stay

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