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Who was found sleeping in the middle of a heap of treasures and gold?
What did Grendel do during the feast at Hall Heorot?
Killed thirty of Hrothgar's best bodyguards
How many warlords did Hrothgar summon to fight Grendel?
Who is Beowulf related to?
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What did Beowulf claim to have done during his time at sea?
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Beowulf successfully killed Grendel's mother without any difficulty.
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What did Beowulf do with Grendel's head after killing him?
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The dragon had four heads: one that breathes ______, another that breathes ______, one that breathes ______, and the last one that breathes ______.
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Study Notes
Chapter 1: A ship without a sail
- The Danes had no king until a ship without sails appeared, carrying a child.
- The child, Scyld Scefing, was found amidst treasures and believed to be the son of Odin.
- Scyld grows strong, instilling fear in enemies.
Chapter 2: A hall full of blood
- Scyld's grandson, Healfdene, has three sons; Hrothgar is the strongest.
- Hrothgar builds a grand hall called Heorot.
- Grendel, a demon, attacks during the night, killing thirty of Hrothgar's warriors.
Chapter 3: Ten against Grendel
- Hrothgar seeks revenge against Grendel by rallying nine warlords to fight.
- Unferth attempts to combat Grendel but faints from excitement.
- The warriors attack Grendel, but most are consumed; Grendel ultimately retreats.
Chapter 4: Beowulf
- Beowulf, a Geatish prince, arrives in Denmark to confront Grendel.
- He lands with warriors and is questioned by a coastguard.
- Beowulf gains entry to Heorot Hall after declaring his purpose.
Chapter 5: Nine sea-monsters
- Hrothgar is skeptical of Beowulf, who convinces him to let him challenge Grendel.
- A feast is held where Unferth interrupts and questions Beowulf's past.
- Beowulf recounts his battle with nine sea-monsters, earning admiration.
Chapter 6: Beowulf against Grendel
- Grendel attacks Heorot at dawn; Beowulf seizes its arm.
- After a fierce struggle, Beowulf tears Grendel's arm off, causing it to flee.
Chapter 7: Celebrations
- Hrothgar celebrates Beowulf's victory with a feast.
- Poets recount the tale of Sigmund and Fitela, who defeated a dragon with multiple heads.
Chapter 8: Revenge
- Grendel's mother seeks revenge following her son's death.
- She kills Aeschere and escapes after Unferth, urged by her, takes action.
Chapter 9: Into the fen
- Beowulf tracks Grendel's mother to a deep pool, noticing blood on the surface.
- He finds Unferth's head hanging from a tree and orders a burial.
- Beowulf prepares to dive into the pool to face her.
Chapter 10: Beowulf against Grendel's mother
- Beowulf is dragged by Grendel's mother but manages to escape to a cave.
- He defeats her by strangling her after an intense underwater battle.
Chapter 11: Grendel's head
- Beowulf discovers a giant sword in the cavern and uses it against Grendel's corpse.
- He decapitates Grendel and brings the head back to Heorot.
Chapter 12: Beowulf goes home
- Beowulf reflects on his adventures as he prepares to return home.
- The text hints at significant events that follow but ends abruptly.
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Explore the summaries of different chapters in Beowulf, the epic poem. Each flashcard provides a concise overview of key events, characters, and themes, starting with Chapter 1 which introduces Scyld Scefing. Test your knowledge and understanding of this classic tale.
