Beowulf Quiz 77 (20 MCQs)

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1. An Epic is always in

Correct Answer: C) 3rd person.

2. Why is Beowulf's best weapon himself?

Correct Answer: A) He has faith in himself.

3. Who is jealous of Beowulf?

Correct Answer: B) Unferth.

4. The front of the ship

Correct Answer: C) Prow.

5. If I was to speak vehemently to someone about MLA citation it means I am speaking with .....

Correct Answer: C) Passion.

6. Where do Beowulf and his men sail from?

Correct Answer: C) Sweden.

7. Known for being a formidable warrior

Correct Answer: B) Beowulf.

8. ..... metaphorical phrase or compound word used to name a person, place, thing, or event directly. (i.e. shepherd of evil)

Correct Answer: A) Theory.

9. Viewing the future with anxiety or alarm, showing fear or worry,

Correct Answer: D) Apprehensive.

10. Which term is NOT a synonym for BOAST?

Correct Answer: A) Be modest.

11. How were the Danes affected by Grendel?

Correct Answer: A) They are so desperate that they are seeking help.

12. Why are the apples from the grove not to be eaten?

Correct Answer: B) The trees were sprouted from witches' teeth.

13. The Anglo-Saxon religion was very simple.

Correct Answer: B) FALSE.

14. Baleful means

Correct Answer: B) Harmful or malignant in intent or effect.

15. Which line contains a KENNING?

Correct Answer: A) Line 5.

16. Born

Correct Answer: A) Spawned.

17. In Beowulf, what does Wiglaf represent?

Correct Answer: A) He is the future. He has demonstrated his bravery in his first battle.

18. Who occupied the British Isles before the coming of the Anglo-Saxons?

Correct Answer: A) The Celtic people, possibly led by King Arthur.

19. My mom bought a new water filter that she hoped would ..... all the toxins from the contaminated water well.

Correct Answer: A) Purge.

20. The sharp, hooked claws on birds of prey and some animals

Correct Answer: A) Talons.