Beowulf discussion question 11

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Kylie, Josh, Paige, Rachel--Given the bipartite construction of the poem, how is the Beowulf in the second half of the poem different from the Beowulf in the first half of the poem? Find a specific passage to illustrate. How are the two Beowulfs similar? Find a specific passage to illustrate. OR How do the opening and closing images of the poem add to the unity of the poem?

Beowulf discussion question 10

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Ben, Brittany--Could Wiglaf be considered a foil to Beowulf? Explain by referring to a specific passage.

Beowulf discussion question 9

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Tessa, Adam--Why does Unferth criticize Beowulf at their first meeting? What explains his change of heart towards Beowulf?

Beowulf discussion question 8

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Kathryn, Bailey, Natalie--If you had to list four important qualities for an epic hero to possess, what would they be, based on your reading of Beowulf? Find a passage to illustrate each characteristic.

Beowulf discussion question 7

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Emma, Patrick--What best describes your opinion of Beowulf: realistic hero, superman (mortal and godlike), or god? Explain your reaction and give evidence to back up your conclusion.

Beowulf discussion question 6

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Eileen, Haley--An elegy is a poem mourning or lamenting the dead that tells of things past and describes a person's death and burial. How does the ending of Beowulf fit this definition? Find passages to illustrate.

Beowulf discussion question 5

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Alex, Shannon--Do you agree or disagree with the implied opinion in Beowulf that the best times and heroes are behind us? Give reasons for your reaction.

Beowulf discussion question 4

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Whitney, Hannah--Does Beowulf have a universal theme or message? If so, what? Support with a specific reference to the poem.

Beowulf discussion question 3

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Damian, Laura--Analyze the values of the individual or culture expressed in the vicinity of lines: 635, 1385, 2180, 2730.

Beowulf discussion question 2

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Connor, Jordan--Does the poem end with an optimistic or pessimistic view of life? Explain your rationale.

Beowulf discussion question 1

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Maria, Grayson, Chelley--Summarize the role of women in the poem by examining Welthow, Higd, and Thrith.