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Which Critical Lens works well with Beowulf's religious imagery?

The Spiritual Lens

Why is Grendel referred to as "the shadow of death"?

He attacks at night and is very quick

What does Beowulf leave to his people?

The dragon's treasure

Grendel is connected to this Biblical person.

Cain

Why can Grendel not touch Hrothgar's throne?

It is protected by God

What is the name of the hall that King Hrothgar built?

Heorot

How does Beowulf kill Grendel?

Rips his arms off

True or False: Beowulf prefers to fight alone.

True

What group of people does Beowulf help?

The Danes

What is the oldest surviving English poem?

Beowulf

What group of people is Beowulf from?

The Geats

What are the characteristics of an Epic Hero?

Extraordinary strength, Bravery and courage, Hunger for glory, Desire to protect people, Courageous

Which character kills Beowulf?

the dragon

What religion does the poem say is misguided?

Paganism

Why did Unferth bring up Beowulf's swimming match against Brecca?

He's jealous, to bring down Beowulf's boast and point out his impulsiveness and foolhardiness

What are the 8 Critical Lenses?

Spiritual Lens, Psychoanalytical Lens, Feminist or Gender Lens, Historical Lens, Race Lens, Marxist Lens, Reader Response Lens, New Criticism Lens

In what language was Beowulf originally written in?

Old English

What does the elegy at the end say about Beowulf?

He was kind, generous, and eager to earn praise

Which character is angry that her son was murdered?

Grendel's mom

How does Grendel's mother die?

She is beheaded