Beowulf Flashcards
1
Q
Who was the first Anglo-Saxon King of all England?
A
Aethelstan
2
Q
What king built Heorot?
A
Hrothgar
3
Q
What is the name of the Geat warrior Grendel kills?
A
Handscio
4
Q
What is the name of the Dane who taunts Beowulf in the mead-hall?
A
???
5
Q
When did the Anglo-Saxon era end?
A
1066
6
Q
What is the name of Beowulf’s thane who stays loyal when confronting the dragon?
A
Wiglaf
7
Q
What is the name of the King of the Geats?
A
Hygelac
8
Q
What is the name of Beowulf’s sword?
A
Naegling
9
Q
How long does Grendel assault Heorot before Beowulf comes to stop him?
A
???
10
Q
What were the three general divisions of Anglo-Saxon society?
A
Warriors, workers, and clergy
