BEOWULF

By: Aaron Quach, Monique Singh, Austin Burton, Cruz Molina and Kaylee Putrick

Diction

Heroic: Having attributes of a hero “The hero arose, surrounded deeply by his thanes” (399-400)

Formidable: Impressive force; someone you shouldn’t mess with.

“From their arms of appointment, they appointment, they appear well born and worthy of respect, especially the one who has led them this far: he is a formidable indeed” (368-370)

Courageous: Someone who does something that would frighten others; brave.

“The man who’s name is known for courage” (340)

Characterization

“The man who’s name was known for courage” (340) “He moved about like the leader he was” (205-206) “The great leader, resolute in his helmet” (341) “When it comes to fighting, I count myself as dangerous any day as

Grendel” (677) “No weapons” (683) “Worthy of respect” (369) “May once so valiant and venturesome come unharmed through

the clash of battle” (299-300) “The hero arose, surrounded closely by his powerful thanes” (399-

400) “Nor have I seen a mightier man-at-arms on this earth than the one

standing here” (247-249) “So now, Beowulf, I adopt you in my heart as a dear son. Nourish

and maintain this new connection” (946-947)

Imagery

Beowulf creates a POSITIVE image He tries to fight fair, “no weapons, therefore

for either this night: unarmed he shall face me if face me he dares” (683-685)

He tries to protect others by fighting Grendel “Now I mean to be a match for Grendel, settle the outcome in a single combat” (425-427)

Loyal, tried to protect Heorot and requested the king’s permission.

Symbolism

Leader He has a strong influence on his thanes through his

accomplishments. “My one request is you won’t refuse me, who have come this far, the privilege on purifying Heorot” (429-431)

Pride He was dignified after the battle with Grendel. Very confident before his battle with Grendel?

“All knew of my awesome strength. They had seen me bolstered in the blood of enemies when I battled and bound five beast” (419-420)

Tone Created

A POSITIVE tone is created Author makes him the protagonist of the

story by making him the character that kills the antagonist (Grendel).

The author also makes Beowulf's character look like a noble and fearless warrior because of how is thanes and other people such as the coast guard respect him.