Beowulf Test

Art thou that Beowulf with Breca did struggle, On the wide sea-currents at swimming contended, Where to humor your pride the ocean ye tried, 'Twas mere folly that actuated you both to risk your lives on the ocean. From vainest vaunting adventured your bodies In care of the waters? ... In the water's possession, Ye toiled for a seven-night; he at swimming outdid thee, In strength excelled thee. ... The pledge that he made thee Breca outdid you entirely. The son of Beanstan hath soothly accomplished. Then I ween thou wilt find thee less fortunate issue, Much more will Grendel outdo you, if you vie with him in prowess. Which of these words best describes Unferth's tone? A) vehement B) insulting C) ironic D) casual

Which parts of this passage from Beowulf indicate that the poem is about war and glory?

What does the word trap refer to in this excerpt from Beowulf?

Read this passage from Beowulf. then, saw the sage companions who waited with Hrothgar, watching the flood, that the tossing waters turbid grew, blood-stained the mere. Old men together, hoary-haired, of the hero spake; the warrior would not, they weened, again, proud of conquest, come to seek their mighty master. To many it seemed the wolf-of-the-waves had won his life. The ninth hour came. Which of these words best describes the effect this passage creates?

In this excerpt from Beowulf, what do the underlined words imply about Shield Sheafson? So. The Spear-Danes in days gone by and the kings who ruled them had courage and greatness. . . . There was Shield Sheafson, scourge of many tribes, a wrecker of mead-benches, rampaging among foes. . . . A foundling to start with, he would flourish later on . . . In the end each clan on the outlying coasts beyond the whale-road had to yield to him and begin to pay tribute. That was one good king.

Which parts of this passage contain a biblical allusion?

In the following lines from Beowulf, what literary technique has the poet used in the underlined words? To many it seemed the wolf-of-the-waves had won his life

What is the main conflict in Beowulf

Put events in order

Complete the following sentences based on your reading of the passage. In his speech to his companions, Wiglaf . Throughout this passage, Wiglaf is presented as .