<p>______/60 ______</p><p>“ The Death of Beowulf” and “Mourning Beowulf”-pages 62-67:Review Questions-</p><p>4 Points Each</p><p>1. Describe what has happened to Beowulf.</p><p>2. The poet writes that Beowulf knew “he’d unwound/ His string of days on earth” (lines 737-738) what view of fate does this image suggest?</p><p>3. Why does the poet use the image “string of days” instead simply stating that Beowulf knew his life was coming to an end?</p><p>4. Note that Beowulf summarizes his 50-year reign in lines 744-755. What ideals are reflected in Beowulf’s speech?</p><p>5. Reread lines 768-778. What theme do these lines suggest?</p><p>6. Name the kennings used in lines 789-794 to refer to the dragon and Beowulf. What does the phrase used to describe Beowulf emphasize about the warrior? 7. Reread lines 812-819. Why is it important to Beowulf that he leave a legacy behind?</p><p>8. Why are Beowulf’s followers referred to as “cowards and traitors” (line 833) and “shamefaced jackals” (line 837)?</p><p>9. What does Wiglaf’s speech in lines 851-862 tell you about the importance of honor and the consequences of dishonorable behavior in Beowulf’s time?</p><p>10. Reread lines 889-893. Notice the alliteration in the phrases “words for their lords” and “warm with love.” How would you describe the tone of these lines?</p><p>11. What parts did you like about Beowulf? Use specific details and quotes to support your answer.</p><p>12. What parts did you like least about Beowulf? Use specific details and quotes to support your answer.</p><p>13-15. ON YOUR OWN PAPER (STAPLE IT TO THIS PAPER): Answer questions 8, 9, and 10 on page 67. </p>