| Who is best known for his infamous acts? | Adolf Hitler |
| A pilgrimage always involves | travel |
| A person’s muscles become taut when he/she is | exercising |
| All of the following qualities of Beowulf come out in the epic EXCEPT | compassion |
| Which of the following elements is shown to be most powerful in Beowulf’s world? | fire |
| Beowulf believes that the outcome of all of his efforts is ultimately determined by | God and fate |
| Beowulf reflects the belief that the battle between good and evil | is never-ending |
| People who relish competition are | competitive |
| What does the alliteration in the following lines help most to emphasize? “But Higlac’s follower…/fastened those claws/In his fists till they cracked, clutched Grendel/Closer.” | the sounds of the battle |
| A lament is an expression of | grief |
| How does Grendel respond to the realization that Beowulf will challenge his fighting skills? | fearfully |
| Which of the following is NOT associated with Grendel’s realm? | fire |
| The fire dragon is awakened by an act of | greed |
| Beowulf’s preparation for battle against the fire dragon differs from his preparation for battle against Grendel in that Beowulf | carries weapons |
| The main struggle in Beowulf is between | good and evil |
| Beowulf’s deeds require tremendous | courage |
| When Beowulf realizes that the battle with the fire dragon will go against him, he | continues to fight |
| The comment, “So gold can easily Triumph, defeat the strongest of men, No matter how deep it is hidden,” implies that lust for gold | is ultimately destructive for all men. |
| Why does Beowulf want Wiglaf to bring him the jewels from the fire dragon’s castle? | He wants the comfort of seeing the prize he has won. |
| As Beowulf lay dying, his attitude toward his death is one of | acceptance |
| What does the alliteration in the following lines help most to heighten? “Herot trembled, wonderfully/Built to withstand the blows, the struggling/Great bodies beating at its beautiful walls.” | the sound and feeling of blows being struck |
English IV A: Beowulf
February 25, 2020