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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Wiglaf have done with the dragon's body?
(a) He has it cut to pieces.
(b) He has it tossed into the sea.
(c) He has it stuffed for the great hall.
(d) He has it burned.

2. Who does Beowulf will his sword to in case of his death?
(a) His warriors.
(b) Hrothgar.
(c) Unferth.
(d) Wulfgar.

3. Where is Beowulf when Grendel's mother arrives at Heorot?
(a) In the stable with his new horses.
(b) Sleeping in his room.
(c) With the King.
(d) Sitting by the fire.

4. What is Beowulf's family name?
(a) Hrothgar.
(b) Edmundson.
(c) Wulfgarian.
(d) Waegmundings.

5. With what does Beowulf deliver the death blow to the dragon?
(a) His sword.
(b) A hammer.
(c) An arrow.
(d) A knife.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what point does Beowulf decide to enter the lake to search for Grendel's mother?

2. Who is Hrothgar?

3. What does Beowulf say that even kings must bow to?

4. What kills Beowulf?

5. How does Beowulf kill Grendel's mother?

(see the answer key)

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