On Monday 11/19, we will begin viewing the film The 13th Warrior. It is an R-rated film which means it requires parental approval. The students were given permission slips today. If they are not returned to me with a parent/guardian signature, the student will be given an alternate assignment. The rating is a result of some graphic battle sequences. The story, however, is very relevant. It shows a realistic portrayal of the epic. The students will be given a major writing assignment based on both the film and the translation of Beowulf that was read in class.
Today we covered Beowulf's final battle. The students have the following HW assignment to complete:
Beowulf
Chapters 36-39
Answer the following questions in complete sentences.
Chapter 36
What is Wiglaf’s argument for helping Beowulf?
Chapter 37
How does Beowulf add to his image as the greatest, bravest, and strongest of all men? In other words, what makes it more impressive that he is able to kill the dragon? What is Beowulf’s request?
Chapter 38
Who does Beowulf thank? What does this say about him as a hero? What is Beowulf’s final request?
Chapter 39
What will be the punishment for the men that fled? Why is this so bad? Use examples of Anglo-Saxon values as support.
Today we covered Beowulf's final battle. The students have the following HW assignment to complete:
Beowulf
Chapters 36-39
Answer the following questions in complete sentences.
Chapter 36
What is Wiglaf’s argument for helping Beowulf?
Chapter 37
How does Beowulf add to his image as the greatest, bravest, and strongest of all men? In other words, what makes it more impressive that he is able to kill the dragon? What is Beowulf’s request?
Chapter 38
Who does Beowulf thank? What does this say about him as a hero? What is Beowulf’s final request?
Chapter 39
What will be the punishment for the men that fled? Why is this so bad? Use examples of Anglo-Saxon values as support.
