10 Questions
Who is Beowulf's king?
Higlac
How many men did Beowulf choose to accompany him on his journey to the Danish shore?
Fourteen
What filled the nights with horror according to the text?
Grendel
Who was proclaimed to go to the famous king when help was needed?
Beowulf
Who was the strongest of the Geats according to the text?
Beowulf
What was the living sorrow of Healfdane's son like according to the text?
Bitter, fresh, and unending
How many men did Beowulf choose to accompany him on his journey to the Danish shore?
Fourteen
What did Beowulf proclaim when he heard about Grendel filling nights with horror?
He quickly commanded a boat fitted out
What did the Geats do when Beowulf decided to sail to Hrothgar's aid?
None of the wise ones regretted his going
How did Beowulf know the sea according to the text?
He knew the sea and would point the prow straight to the distant Danish shore
Test your knowledge of the epic poem "Beowulf" with this quiz. Challenge yourself with questions about the characters, plot, and themes of this iconic Old English tale of heroism and monsters.
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