Beowulf:
| beowulf_writing_prompt.pdf |
What is an Epic and an Epic Hero?
An epic is a quest story on a grand scale. In this case, Beowulf!
An epic hero is the central figure in a long narrative that reflects the values and heroic ideals of a particular society. In this case, the Anglo-Saxon society.
- The hero is a great leader strongly identified with a particular people or society.
-The setting is broad and often includes the upper and lower worlds.
-The hero does great deeds in battle or undertakes an extraordinary journey.
- Sometimes the gods or other supernatural or fantastic beings take part in action.
- The story is told in heightened language.
Beowulf Intro to Heroes Class Activity:
***As an intro to Beowulf, you are asked to create your own epic hero. In groups of 4-5, you will come up with an original hero who possesses three of the epic hero qualities listed above. You must draw this hero, give this hero a name, and collaboratively decide what qualities your hero will possess. Each group will present and discuss their hero and why they chose the three particular characteristics.
| beowulf_key_words.docx |
| beowulf_characters.docx |
| kennings.pdf |
| beowulf_terms.pdf |
