Beowulf Quizs

Beowulf's Weapon Against the Dragon

• A spear and a shield

• A sword and a shield

• A bow and arrows

• A dagger and a helmet

Grendel's Intelligence

• Grendel is described as unintelligent and foolish.

• Grendel is described as intelligent and clever.

• Grendel is described as weak and cowardly.

• Grendel is described as naive and simple-minded.

Grendel's Traits

• Described as having quick thinking and cleverness.

• Known for his immense strength and size.

• Famous for his cowardice and fear of battle.

• Characterized by his slow and deliberate movements.

Beowulf's Leadership

• Beowulf is respected as a wise and courageous leader by his people.

• Beowulf is known for his cowardice in battle.

• Beowulf often disregards the advice of his elders.

• Beowulf is feared by his enemies for his ruthlessness.

Writhing Definition

• Describes something that is squirming or twisting.

• Describes something that is rigid and still.

• Describes something that is moving in a straight line.

• Describes something that is floating in water.

Gruesome

• Most likely describes a horrible automobile accident.

• Typically refers to a beautiful landscape.

• Often used to describe a joyful celebration.

• Commonly associated with a peaceful evening.

Grendel's Description

• Thoughts as quick as his greed or his claws.

• A creature of immense size and strength.

• A monster with a heart of gold.

• A being who fears the light.

Beowulf's First Monster

• Grendel is the first monster described in Beowulf.

• Hrothgar is the first monster described in Beowulf.

• The dragon is the first monster described in Beowulf.

• Wulfgar is the first monster described in Beowulf.

Writhing

• An animal that is squirming

• An animal that is sleeping

• An animal that is flying

• An animal that is swimming

Wiglaf thinks he and his companions should help Beowulf fight the dragon.

• They are afraid of the dragon's power.

• They want to seek treasure for themselves.

• In the past, they had promised to repay Beowulf’s kindness with their loyalty.

• They believe Beowulf can defeat the dragon alone.