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Name: _________________________ | Period: ___________________ |
This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. When Beowulf blows his horn, what rises up out of the Grendel lake?
2. How far is Grendel's mother's lair from the windy cliffs?
3. When Beowulf enters Heorot, what two things does he present to Hrothgar?
4. Who leads Beowulf to the Grendel lake?
5. How many men does it take to carry Grendel's head?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The Queen is mentioned only briefly in the story, yet her role is significant. What does the queen represent? Why is her role important to the story?
Essay Topic 2
What makes Beowulf an archetypal hero? What characteristics does he possess? What are some of the things he does that show he is a hero?
Essay Topic 3
After the defeat of the dragon, Beowulf's people are left in despair at the loss of their king rather than joyous at the defeat of the dragon. What do you think this reaction symbolizes?
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