NAME _Anthony Gumingo__________________________

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Truth

Courage

What the narrator says

All of Hrothgars warriors have failed
him, but in the nearby kingdom of
Geatland, there is one that will stand
before all others (Beowulf).
Suddenly our hero gains the advantage.
Beowulf grabs Grendals arm and he
twists it he twists again and twists
again and pops it right off.

Perseverance

Once again, Beowulf knows he must

look death in the eye. He has built his
reputation through heroic deeds.

Honor

As a young man Beowulf had quenched

his thirst for glory. As an aging king, he
has no desire for more.

Self-reliance

The monster, alone, holds Denmark

under siege for twelve years.

Fidelity

He is not a mercenary, its not as if he is

looking for pay. Its honor that drives
Beowulf

Industriousnes
s

He spots a sword nearby that was

believed to be crafted by giants with
one resolute arc, he strikes Grendals
mother, killing her.

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My tongue grows heavy, and my heart,
when I try to tell you what Grendal has
brought us, the damage hes done, here
in this hall.
Clutched at Beowulf with his claws,
grasped at a strong-hearted wakeful
sleeper--and was instantly seized
himself, claws bent back as Beowulf
leaned up on one arm.
I drove five great giants into chains,
chased all of that face from the Earth. I
swam in the blackness of night, hunting
monsters out of the ocean.
And if death does take me, send the
hammered mail of my armor to Higlac,
return the inheritance I had from
Hrethal, and he from Wayland.
The monsters thoughts were as quick
as his greed or his claws: He slipped
through the door and there in silence
snatched up thirty men.
Quickly commanded a boat fitted out,
proclaiming that hed go to that famous
king, would sail across the sea to
Hrothgar, now when help was needed.
He drew it from its scabbard, broke the
chain on its hilt, and then, savage, now,
angry and desperate, lifted it high over
his head and struck with all the strength
he had left.

DATE _____________________

How did this piece of information enhance my understanding

of the poem?
This passage shows a side of Hrothgar that is true and pure. It
shows the disparity in his tone, and how badly he needs
Beowulfs assistance in defeating Grendal.
In this passage you can see the bravery of Beowulf. The
monster who literally rips men apart was snatched by
Beowulf and was afraid of the mans grip.

Beowulf boasts here, but the story reflects his perseverance

and his determination to his battles. Beowulf endures any
hardship and will always persevere.
In this passage you can almost imagine how Beowulf will
come to his end. With this all in mind, Beowulf will still
dedicate his death in battle to his homeland and kingdom.
Grendals independence cannot be matched here. He was the
embodiment of a cast out monster. He fended for himself and
managed to kill hundreds of soldiers and civilians singlehanded.
The Geats were motivated to the cause of saving a king and
his disciples from a treacherous monster.

This passage shows Beowulfs quick thinking and thought in

the battle. He efficiently used his energy and resources
around him to find a solution to winning the fight against
Grendals mother.

Beowulf: Film Notes