The Coming of Beowulf

Who is the strongest of the Geats?

• Hrothgar

• Grendel

• Beowulf

• Higlac

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What creature is terrorizing Hrothgar's kingdom?

• A sea monster

• A dragon

• A giant

• Grendel

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How many men did Beowulf take with him to help Hrothgar?

• Fourteen

• Twelve

• Sixteen

• Ten

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What does Beowulf request from Hrothgar?

• Gold and treasure

• A place to stay

• To fight Grendel without weapons

• To lead the army

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What is the name of Beowulf's father?

• Wayland

• Healfdane

• Edgetho

• Higlac

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How does the Danish watchman react upon seeing Beowulf and his men?

• He immediately attacks them

• He questions their identity and purpose

• He welcomes them as guests

• He informs Hrothgar of their arrival

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What is the name of Hrothgar's mead-hall?

• Heorot

• Hrothgar's Hall

• Geatland

• Herot

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What does Beowulf say he will use to fight Grendel?

• Magic

• A spear

• His hands

• A sword

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What does Beowulf hope to achieve by fighting Grendel?

• Wealth

• Fame

• To end the terror

• To gain Hrothgar's friendship

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What is Beowulf’s attitude toward the possibility of his death in the battle with Grendel?

• He is fearful and anxious

• He accepts it as fate

• He is confident he will survive

• That his men continue the fight

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