5 Questions
Who becomes king of the Geats in the final act of Beowulf?
Beowulf
What mistake did the dragon make when attacking Beowulf's home?
It completely destroyed Beowulf's home when Beowulf wasn't in it
What role did Wiglaf play in the battle with the dragon?
He battled at Beowulf's side
What is significant about the Beowulf dragon in relation to European mythology?
It is the first piece of English literature to present a dragonslayer
How is the dragon fight in Beowulf connected to J.R.R. Tolkien's work?
The Beowulf dragon was adapted for Middle-earth in J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit
Test your knowledge of the epic poem Beowulf with this quiz on the final act, including Beowulf's battle with a dragon and his reign as king of the Geats. Explore the themes and events in the concluding part of this iconic Anglo-Saxon tale.
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