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Beowulf Overview Quiz

Who or what does Beowulf kill before Beowulf himself dies? Is it a. Grendel, b. Grendel's mother, c. a dragon, or d. Angelina Jolie? Test your knowledge of this mythic tale with eNotes' fun and comprehensive Beowulf Overview Quiz! Ten questions on the plot and characters of this ancient story are here to help you in your quest for better grades. Get started below!

  1. The character Beowulf originates from where?

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  2. What character was owed a great favor by Beowulf’s father?

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  3. Which soldier does Grendel's mother kill?

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  4. With whom did Beowulf have a swimming contest?

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  5. Who or what is killed before Beowulf himself dies?

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  6. What does Hrothgar hope will end the feud with the Danes?

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  7. What is special about the hilt of the sword Beowulf uses in his fight against Grendel?

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  8. How does Beowulf kill Grendel?

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  9. Who or what is "Hrunting"?

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  10. How long does Beowulf rule?

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