English 12
What does this statement tell you about Grendel? The monster's/ Thoughts were as quick as his greed or his claws . . . (line 35) 1/1Points
He has intelligence and cleverness.
What directive does the Host give the travelers at the end of "The Prologue" from The Canterbury Tales?
He urges them to tell stories on the trip.
What can the reader infer most clearly about the Friar from these lines from "The Prologue" from The Canterbury Tales? "For though a widow mighn't have a show, So pleasant was his holy how-d'ye-do He got his farthing from her just the same Before he left, so income came To more than he laid out"
He uses people for money.
What is the best reason to choose a project partner who is known to be diligent?
He will work hard and well on his tasks.
In Beowulf, how does Grendel die?
In one-to-one combat, Beowulf tears off Grendel's arm.
In Beowulf, what is the main reason Wiglaf thinks that he and his companions should help Beowulf fight the dragon?
In the past, they had promised to repay Beowulf's kindness with their loyalty.
How did the Roman invasion of Britain shape the English nation of today?
The Romans brought an orderly civilization to the island, including roads, schools, and trade.
What is the origin of the words England and English?
The Romans called the island Albion. Albion became known as Angle-land and later, England. The people were called the Angli and later, English.
In which of the following sentences is the apposition used to elaborate on a noun or noun phrase?
The Romans, feared warriors and conquerors of much of the known world, invaded the island now called England in 55 BCE.
Throughout the epic of Beowulf, you explored heroism. The character of Beowulf was seen as heroic based on his successes and his sacrifice. Write a short response below in answer to the following question: Which contributes more to the heroism of Beowulf—his successes or his sacrifice? Write a well-organized response that is at least 3 complete sentences. Include examples from the epic to support your answer.
Use examples from Beowulf, remember what the aspects of a hero. Use your own opinion on whether it was success or sacrifice that contributed more to heroism on Beowulf.
Which best summarizes the theme of Beowulf?
Valor will triumph.
Which of the following is one correct meaning of the Anglo-Saxon suffix -some?
causing or tending to do or to be a specific thing
In "The Prologue" from The Canterbury Tales, which qualities of the Monk are most uncharacteristic of a typical monk? Choose three options. Select 3 of the below.
his fine jewelry, his stable of horses, his fur-lined sleeves
The verb meddle means "to interfere in other people's affairs without their permission" or "to handle or change something in a way that is unwanted or harmful." Use this information as well as your knowledge of the suffix -some to choose the correct definition of meddlesome.
nosy
Which of the following best describes the Nun (the Prioress) in "The Prologue" from The Canterbury Tales?
refined and sentimental
Which of the following ideas is expressed most clearly in "The Prologue" from The Canterbury Tales?
the infinite variety of human nature
Which choice best paraphrases the underlined words in this excerpt from Beowulf? . . . They could hack at Grendel/ From every side, trying to open/ A path for his evil soul, but their points/ Could not hurt him . . . (lines 370-373) 1/1Points
to kill him
What effect does written history have on culture?
As people began to write their histories, they became conscious of themselves as a nation and a society.
How did the rise of the merchant class foreshadow the end of feudalism?
As towns replaced kingdoms, international trade became common and an artisan class began to emerge, which shifted the social organization.
From which fact in Beowulf can the reader infer that Beowulf is honorable?
Beowulf refuses to use weapons because Grendel uses none.
If an animal can correctly be described as writhing, which one of the following must be true?
It is squirming.
If a certain place can correctly be described as a lair, which of the following must also be true?
It serves as a living or hiding place.
Which of the following sentences best describes someone who is being discreet?
Michael closed his office door to take the call from Chandra.
Why does the English language contain so many words from other cultures?
Modern English evolved as many different cultures invaded and conquered the British islands.
If an author can correctly be described as eminent, which of the following is most likely to be true?
She has published several distinguished books.
What do the following lines from "The Prologue" from The Canterbury Tales suggest most clearly about the woman from Bath? "In all the parish not a dame dared stir Towards the alter steps in front of her, And if need indeed they did, so wrath was she As to be quite put out of charity."
She is selfish and arrogant.
Which of the following underlined phrases is an example of apposition in which one noun phrase identifies another?
The mead hall, a feasting place, was also where victories were celebrated.
What brings the characters together in "The Prologue" from The Canterbury Tales?
They are making a religious journey to a cathedral.
Which of the following things would most likely be described as gruesome?
a horrible automobile accident
