Beowulf Quiz 53 (20 MCQs)

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1. Much of the Anglo-Saxon literature that has survived is actually .....

Correct Answer: B) Based on pagan beliefs, with Christian additions.

2. Necklace or arm band

Correct Answer: A) Ring.

3. Which kingdom should he defend from a dragon?

Correct Answer: C) His.

4. Where is Daneland?

Correct Answer: C) Modern day Denmark.

5. Which theme fits best?-Grendel's Mother kills Hrothgar's friend

Correct Answer: B) Revenge.

6. Riddled with Rot

Correct Answer: A) Alliteration.

7. Why didn't Beowulf take his sword when he went to fight Grendel?

Correct Answer: D) He took the advise of the Coastguard literally.

8. In Beowulf, which of these is NOT a characteristic of an epic hero?

Correct Answer: B) Swordsmanship.

9. What language was Beowulf originally written in?

Correct Answer: C) Old English.

10. What is a synonym of antagonist?

Correct Answer: D) Opponent.

11. Personification

Correct Answer: C) Giving human characteristics to non-human things.

12. What event ends the Anglo Saxon period in 1066 AD?

Correct Answer: A) William the Conqueror from Normandy invades.

13. Match the character with the description:King of the Geats

Correct Answer: D) Hygelac.

14. The tribes of nomads settled in Britannia and their languages combined to form a new language, which was called Anglo-Saxon or

Correct Answer: C) Old English.

15. Who is Grendel a descendant of (21)?

Correct Answer: B) Cain.

16. How long does Beowulf rule for?

Correct Answer: A) 50 years.

17. Foe means

Correct Answer: B) Enemy.

18. Den; hiding place

Correct Answer: B) Lair.

19. Anglo-Saxon characteristics include:

Correct Answer: C) Leaders who are generous to their people.

20. What are the names of the tribes that invaded England during the Anglo-Saxon period?

Correct Answer: B) Angles, Saxons, and Jutes.