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Beowulf Background
Beowulf Background
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A post-research/pre-quiz activity to see what we have learned (and what we still need to know).
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1
I know at least 2 elements of an epic poem
True
False
2
A monk probably wrote the story down
True
False
3
There are both Pagan and Christian references in Beowulf.
False
True
4
What is a scop?
a broom
a scrappy man
a story teller
5
Define: kenning
descriptive group of words that sub for a noun
an adjective
what a runner does
a kennel for dogs
6
When did Beowulf take place (NOT when it was written)?
around 700-800 A.D.
500 B.C.
1100 A.D.
around 500 A.D.
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Why is Beowulf important to read?
It's required
It's full of violence
It's the first thing written in English
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I know at least 2 examples of the Anglo-Saxon code of conduct.
True
False
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What is herot?
the greatest mead hall ever
rotting hearts
a heart
a heart attack
