Beowulf Mastery Test Practice
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12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first event in the story of Beowulf?
Beowulf fights with Grendel's mother.
Beowulf sets out on his journey for Daneland.
Beowulf sets out for his fight with the dragon.
Beowulf succeeds in defeating Grendel by tearing off his arm.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which event happens immediately after Hrothgar welcomes Beowulf?
Beowulf fights with Grendel's mother.
Beowulf waits for Grendel to attack Heorot.
Beowulf sets out for his Geatish homeland.
Beowulf sets out for his fight with the dragon.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.10
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following lines best illustrates the theme of war and glory in Beowulf?
A) "Whom God-Father sent to solace the people."
B) "Lo! the Spear-Danes’ glory through splendid achievements."
C) "Since first he found him friendless and wretched,"
D) "A son and heir, young in his dwelling,"
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.10
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Wiglaf urge his companions to do during the battle with the dragon?
Encourage Beowulf not to give up hope.
Remember their duty and support their lord.
Assure Beowulf can fight alone.
Criticize Beowulf's fighting skills.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.10
5.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which two parts of the poem contain biblical allusions?
The description of Grendel as a "monster grim."
The reference to "God-Father."
The mention of "ring-treasures."
The phrase "march-riever mighty."
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.10
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which word best describes the mood created by this passage?
Dullness
Suspense
Horror
Sorrow
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Beowulf’s notable achievement against Grendel?
He traps Grendel in a cave.
He tears off Grendel’s arm.
He defeats Grendel with a sword.
He banishes Grendel forever.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.5
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