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Characterization in Grendel — Unit test

Question 25 • AZ-English Language Arts 12 A

Read the passage from Beowulf.He joyed in the night-work,In repute for prowess; the prince of the GeatmenFor the East-Danish people his boast had accomplished,Bettered their burdensome bale-sorrows fully,The craft-begot evil they erstwhile had sufferedAnd were forced to endure from crushing oppression,Their manifold misery.

Answer
A
the Danes are eager for Beowulf’s departure.
B
the Danes are resentful of Beowulf’s bragging.
C
Beowulf is planning to continue being a warrior.
D
Beowulf is intending to become king of the Danes.

Explanation

The passage describes Beowulf taking pride in his nighttime fighting and being known for his strength and skill. It also says he has relieved the Danes’ suffering, showing him acting as a warrior. Nothing suggests the Danes want him to leave, resent his boasting, or that he plans to rule them. The best choice is that Beowulf is planning to continue being a warrior.

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