Today we covered the many rewards that were heaped upon Beowulf after his victory over Grendel. They are very Anglo-Saxon in nature.
For HW the students are to complete the following assignment:
Beowulf
Chapters 18-20
As you read, respond to the following in complete sentences.
Chapter 18
List and explain several examples of Anglo-Saxon values in this chapter. Write down the specific lines that exemplify this.
Chapter 19
Who is Beowulf’s next opponent? Explain how Christian values relate to this new villain. What does she take with her? (2 things)
Chapter 20
List the descriptive words used to describe the villain and her home. (at least 5)
Explain how this relates to descriptions of Grendel.
