Beowulf Part I Summative Review
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Who is Beowulf’s father?
What is the name of the large, sturdy mead hall?
This is another name for an alcoholic beverage.
Describe Grendel.
Define epic.
What are the characteristics of an epic hero?
Which of these characteristics apply to Beowulf? Give examples from the text.
How is Beowulf going to fight Grendel? Why?
Describe the relationship between Unferth and Beowulf – what happens between them?
List some of Beowulf’s accomplishments.
Who is Hrothgar?
How do we know Hrothgar’s empire is declining?
What is a boast? Apply this to Beowulf.
Discuss the religious symbolism in the story so far. Find examples in the text.
Discuss the idea of good versus evil in the story so far. Find examples in the text.
Why is community so important to the Anglo-Saxons?
What drives Grendel to attack the hall?
Describe the introduction to Beowulf’s character – what do we learn about him?
Describe the relationship between Beowulf’s father and Hrothgar.
Describe how stories were recorded (and told) during the Anglo-Saxon time period.
What is the problem with oral tradition?
Compare the Danes and Geats.