"Beowulf" Chapters XXXIV - XL Reaction

- - -  Explain the conflict between materialism and greed versus selfless, noble protection of those unable to protect themselves.

- - -  Is Beowulf's death honorable?  Explain.

"Beowulf" Chapters XVIII - XXXIII Reaction

- - -  What warning does Hrothgar issue to Beowulf in Chapter XXIV?  Does Hrothgar know something Beowulf does not?  Explain this.

- - -  Despite the fact that he is too old, too weak, and completely lacks confidence in his ability, why does Beowulf take on the dragon?

- - -  Have any new themes emerged in the poem?  Explain.

"Beowulf" Chapters V - XVII Reaction

- - -  I am pretty smart, but I just don't get why Beowulf - leader of the Geats, would care at all about risking his life to fight a semmingly unwinnable battle against a beast terrorizing OTHER PEOPLE, namely the Scylds.  Perhaps you all could shed some light.

- - -  Do the Scyldings overdo it with the celebration of Beowulf's achievement?  Why do they go to such lengths?  Support your responses.

No Blog Tonight

- - -  Technical issues with the blog site delayed my ability to post, so I am postponing tonight's blog until tomorrow.

"Beowulf" Prelude and Chapters I - IV Reaction

- - -  What have you observed about what the Saxons value?  Explain how you know this.

- - -  Why is Beowulf introduced in such a coy manner?