Beowulf Quiz

What problem did Grendel have with the Ring-Danes? What did he do as a result?

• They were making music which disturbed him. He attacked and killed 30 of them at night.

• They stole his treasure. He cursed them.

• They invaded his home. He fled to the mountains.

• They ignored him. He sought revenge by stealing their food.

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How did the Shieldings show both pagan and Christian beliefs in their reaction to Grendel’s attacks?

• They sacrificed at pagan altars but also prayed to and talked about God.

• They built a church and a temple.

• They held a festival and a prayer meeting.

• They consulted a shaman and a priest.

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How does the author show Beowulf’s heroic nature through his people’s reaction to his decision to go fight Grendel?

• The people allow him to go because he is the greatest hero of the time period.

• The people discourage him because they fear for his life.

• The people ignore his decision and continue their daily lives.

• The people mock him for his bravery.

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Where did Grendel go upon his death?

• To his home in the marsh.

• To the mountains.

• To the sea.

• To the forest.

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What motivates Launcelot's counselors to urge him to confront Arthur's forces?

• They believe Arthur's forces are causing harm in France, yet Launcelot remains loyal

• They want Launcelot to demonstrate his power

• They think Arthur's forces are attacking England

• They desire vengeance on behalf of Launcelot

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How are Margaret and John’s properties affected by the property disputes?

• The properties were destroyed

• The properties were expanded

• The properties were sold

• The properties were unaffected

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What causes Gawain to reconsider his actions towards Launcelot?

• The revolt of the lands of Arthur under the war with Mordred

• A plea from Arthur

• A vision in a dream

• A message from Merlin

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What sensory details contribute to the tone in The Wanderer poem?

• Descriptions of a warm home

• Sailing the 'frost-cold foam' aimlessly and endlessly in exile

• Celebrations and feasts

• Descriptions of a sunny day

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What does the author of The Wanderer try to teach about heroism?

• Winning battles is the ultimate goal.

• Seeking wisdom and grace is more important than victories.

• Physical strength is the key to heroism.

• Heroism is about gaining power.

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What is a kenning used to describe Grendel in line 236 of Beowulf?

• "The earl-troop’s leader"

• "Bane of the race of men"

• "Wind-swept halls"

• "Storm-beaten blocks"

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