Beowulf Anticipation Questions

1. Beowulf Anticipation Questions

2. Agree or Disagree? • English is the most widely spoken language in the world today. ______ • Old English is comprised of Celtic, Latin, and Spanish language influences. ______ • Old English is sometimes referred to as “Anglo-Saxon” English. ______ • I know exactly what a hero is. ______ • Everyone has the potential to be a hero. ______ • There are no heroes left in the world. ______ • I know someone personally whom I consider a hero. ______

3. I think that we need heroes. ______ • I like movies and television shows about heroes. ______ • A person can do heroic things and still not be a hero. ______ • Everyone and every culture can agree on the qualities that make a hero. ______ • All heroes must struggle against great odds. ______ • All heroes must be victorious over all obstacles. ______ • A hero must use violence to achieve his/her goals. ______ • Men are more likely to be heroes than women. ______ • Physical strength is the most important type of strength for a hero. ______

4. I have done something heroic. ______ • People envy heroes. ______ • I hope to be a hero someday. ______ • It is stupid to risk your life for obscure ideals and other people. ______ • Anger gets in the way of heroic action. ______ • Animals can be heroes. ______ • It is okay for a hero to use any means to achieve his/her goal. ______