Beowulf Quiz 46 (20 MCQs)

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1. What does the word 'voyage' refer to?

Correct Answer: D) A movement or journey.

2. A(n) ..... epic is passed down by oral tradition, and changes over time.

Correct Answer: D) Folk.

3. True or False, Wiglaf becomes the new Beowulf of the Danes?

Correct Answer: A) True.

4. How would you describe Shield Sheafson's funeral?

Correct Answer: B) Shield's body was set off to sea with his gold and battle gear.

5. The battle with Grendel took place where?

Correct Answer: C) In Herot.

6. What is the reason for Grendel's anger?

Correct Answer: A) He is unset with God, he has never known his love.

7. With whom does Beowulf have a swimming match with?

Correct Answer: A) Brecca.

8. Gloat means to:

Correct Answer: B) Relish.

9. What word means:dusk; twilight

Correct Answer: B) Gloaming.

10. Which of these is NOT a kenning?

Correct Answer: B) Harrowed.

11. Which of the following is a SYNONYM for hale?

Correct Answer: A) Hearty.

12. Horrible; ghastly

Correct Answer: D) Gruesome.

13. How does Beowulf die?

Correct Answer: C) Killed by dragon.

14. What religion gradually takes over in the Anglo-Saxon culture?

Correct Answer: A) Christianity.

15. True or False:It is believed that "Beowulf" was written by a Christian Monk

Correct Answer: A) True.

16. The epic hero experiences typical human ....., yet is able to masterand control these human traits.

Correct Answer: C) Emotions.

17. White with age

Correct Answer: D) Hoary.

18. An epic is a short, narrative poem that relates the deeds of a hero. BEOWULF

Correct Answer: B) False.

19. Pagan; no Christian

Correct Answer: D) Heathen.

20. What is the significance of Beowulf choosing not to use weapons against Grendel?

Correct Answer: B) To demonstrate his superior strength and confidence.