Plot Summary
In this epic poem, The hero Beowulf is marching with his fourteen warriors and arrive at the place called Heorot where he finds that king Hrothgar is terrified by a monster called Grendel. Beowulf manages to kill Grendel and his monster mother at her underwater lair. After that he returns to his country of the Geats and becomes the king there after the old King passed away and rules his kingdom for fifty years. He dies of the wounds he got during the fight with a dragon treating his Country.
Vocabulary in Beowulf
- Praise
An expression of approval and commendation - Prowess
A superior skill learned by study and practice - Spear
A long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon - Speed
A rate at which something happens - Honor
A tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction - Foe
An armed adversary - Awe
An overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration - Fate
The ultimate agency predetermining the course of events - Thrive
Make steady progress - Mandate
A document giving an official instruction or command - Heir
A person entitled by law to inherit the estate of another - Favor
An act of gracious kindness - Woe
Misery resulting from affliction - Leader
A person who rules or guides or inspires others - Endowed
Provided or supplied or equipped with - Renown
The state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed - Boast
Show off - Aid
The activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need - Warrior
Someone engaged in or experienced in warfare - Loyal
Steadfast in allegiance or duty - Laud
Praise, glorify, or honor - Deed
A legal document to effect a transfer of property - Fare
The sum charged for riding in a public conveyance - Sturdy
Having rugged physical strength - Shelter
Covering that provides protection from the weather - Bore
Make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool - Billow
A large sea wave - Wield
Handle effectively - Winsome
Sharming in a childlike or naive way - Beloved
Dearly loved