Write a five paragraph, error-free essay in which you discuss how the author of Beowulf uses specific literary devices to present the themes of heroism and leadership.
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Explain why it was excluded and what it would have brought to the film if it had been included. Say whether or not the film adaptation is successful.
You have watched two film adaptations of medieval stories. Write a 600-750 word essay about a scene from Beowulf or from Sir Gawain and the Green Knight that was NOT included in the film adaptation you watched. Explain why it was excluded and what it would have brought to the film if it had been […]
Analyze the passage(s) from Beowulf that either contain or refer indirectly to this expression.
The True Meaning of Fate The task behind this paper is to immerse yourself in the word you have chosen. Analyze the passage(s) from Beowulf that either contain or refer indirectly to this expression. In addition, research 2 print sources that also deal with this word. You may also relate the word to society today. […]
what is a way that each of the translations add to our understanding of this medieval text and the world that created it?
Purpose: Using the three different, modern, English translations of passages from the medieval poem Beowulf provided, you will reflect on the purpose and art of translating and editing medieval sources across language and culture. You will compare the different readings of the medieval text, analyzing the form, content and purpose of each, considering the role […]
What kinds of behavior does this text seem to encourage or enforce?
Unit One Essay: Cultural Analysis of a Literary Text Basic Assignment: This assignment asks you to write a critical essay that provides a cultural analysis of a literary work from the Unit One course readings. The Middle Ages Intro in textbook Beowulf Sir Gawain and the Green Knight Chaucer and Canterbury Background (1st week of […]
What do we learn about Anglo-Saxon culture from reading Beowulf?
1) Is Beowulf an ideal hero and king? What do we learn about Anglo-Saxon culture from reading Beowulf? 2) What is the function of the supernatural in the play? Are the witches/supernatural elements responsible for Macbeth’s downfall? Do they influence any other characters? Explain usichong examples from the text.
Write a descriptive adaptation of one scene from Beowulf
For this portfolio, you will write a descriptive adaptation of one scene from Beowulf. You will rewrite the scene from the perspective of a character other than Beowulf, the original hero of the epic. Your scene must contain the main events of the original scene, vivid details, and descriptive language that highlights each of the […]
Do today’s heroes look anything like the heroes in these ancient tales?
Beowulf, Hektor, and Achilleus represent cultures that flourished thousands of years ago. Do today’s heroes look anything like the heroes in these ancient tales? The characteristics of the epic heroes that you studied in this unit include the following: The hero has special qualities and is called into an adventure. The hero faces a significant […]
Consider how Grendel’s mother defies the stereotypical roles assigned to women in this epic poem.
Topic: Reflections on Grendel’s mother Using the handout on “Women in Beowulf,” consider how Grendel’s mother defies the stereotypical roles assigned to women in this epic poem.
Can we deepen our understanding of what violence means in the text?
Conduct close readings of an Old English poem (Beowulf or The Battle of Maldon), and interpret representations of violence. Consider the author’s rhetorical aims in representing violence. Can we deepen our understanding of what violence means in the text? Develop an original argument and support it with evidence from your chosen text. You may not […]
