Beowulf 1 Flashcards
1
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Scop
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a post or storyteller
2
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comitatus
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brotherhood or comradely
3
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epic
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A long narrative poem that celebrates the deeds of heroes
4
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solace
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to give comfort or relief
5
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reparation
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making up for wrong or injury
6
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kenning
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use of compound words to express one’s idea
7
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lament
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Audible expression of grief
8
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redoubtable
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they desire to harm others
9
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enmity
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deep hatred
10
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perpetrate
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to be guilty of or to commit
11
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thane
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A freeman granted land in return for military service
12
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fetter
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shackle chain or re-strain
13
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desist
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to cease
14
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malice
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they desire to harm others
15
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pilgrimage
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A journey to a sacred place
