Beowulf Quiz 190 (20 MCQs)

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1. "My father/Was a famous soldier, known far and wide/As a leader of men" is an example of what epic hero trait?

Correct Answer: B) Proving to why one's father is important and worthy of being remembered.

2. The iron sang

Correct Answer: A) Personification.

3. A break in a verse where one phrase ends and the following phrase begins.

Correct Answer: A) Cutting.

4. Who is the author of the adaptation of Beowulf by Michael Murpurgo?

Correct Answer: A) Michael Morpurgo.

5. For how long does Grendel terrorize the Danes?

Correct Answer: D) Twelve years.

6. Forestall means to:

Correct Answer: A) Hinder.

7. The recurring theme of treasure and hoards in Beowulf highlights the:

Correct Answer: B) Dangers of greed and its societal consequences.

8. After the Romans evacuated their troops, Britain was left with-

Correct Answer: B) A system of roads and architecture.

9. Which of the following options is NOT a synonym for reproach?

Correct Answer: B) Shackle.

10. When used to describe Beowulf, the phrase "the mighty protector of men" is called what?

Correct Answer: C) Theory.

11. If you presume something, you're basing it off a wild guess.

Correct Answer: B) False.

12. When Beowulf is an old man, why does he decide to fight against a dragon?

Correct Answer: D) He believes that he is the only one who can defeat the dragon.

13. A hero(ine) is a person

Correct Answer: D) ALL of the other answers apply.

14. Which of the following is NOT a part of the 'Yggdasil'?

Correct Answer: A) Oppenheimer.

15. Beowulf and his men are .....

Correct Answer: B) Geats.

16. Which of the following was one of the most important influences on the development of England's modern culture?

Correct Answer: B) A series of violent invasions and occupations.

17. Grendel was a ( ) monster, rejected by all.

Correct Answer: C) Vile.

18. Beowulf does this after his battle with Grendel:

Correct Answer: C) Hangs Grendel's arm in the hall rafters.

19. Disease, disorder, complaint

Correct Answer: C) Affliction.

20. A larger than life figure who goes on a great journey and performs great deeds is called .....

Correct Answer: C) Epic hero.