Beowulf Quiz 129 (20 MCQs)

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1. Plight means:

Correct Answer: A) Quandary.

2. Why does Unferth question Beowulf's ability?

Correct Answer: A) He is envious.

3. (adj.) Marked by firm determination; bold or steady

Correct Answer: C) Resolute.

4. Predetermination could best be defined as .....

Correct Answer: A) Fate.

5. The ..... stole a jeweled cup from the dragon's lair (home).

Correct Answer: C) Slave.

6. What are some examples of symbolism in Beowulf?

Correct Answer: C) Dragon, Grendel, Distort.

7. "The Song of Mio Cid", "The Song of Roland", "The Song of the Nibelungs" are songs by

Correct Answer: A) Guest.

8. "When the funeral flames have burned me, build it Here, at the water's edge, high." Which literary device characterizes these lines?

Correct Answer: B) Alliteration.

9. Beowulf's Hero Journey:Beowulf fights and defeats Grendel.

Correct Answer: D) Trials.

10. Who were the tribes led by?

Correct Answer: B) Noblemen.

11. What is the antonym of alacrity?

Correct Answer: B) Reluctance.

12. What makes Beowulf strong?

Correct Answer: A) His goodness.

13. What is the fen?

Correct Answer: B) A big, stinky swamp.

14. Which is a universal theme of Beowulf? Pick one.

Correct Answer: A) A good leader is brave and fearless.

15. How do the people feel about Grendel's death?

Correct Answer: C) They are relieved and celebrate Grendel's death.

16. Who was Edgetho?

Correct Answer: B) Beowulf's father.

17. The Firedrake was killed by ..... ?

Correct Answer: D) All of the above.

18. Which of the following is a SYNONYM for afflict?

Correct Answer: A) Hurt.

19. Which quote suggests that, as expected of a hero, Beowulf sees this battle with Grendel as an honour?

Correct Answer: C) 'My one request is that you won't deny me the privilege of purifying Heorot.'.

20. How long has Beowulf ruled Geatland before his last battle?

Correct Answer: C) 50.