ENG 12: Periods 1, 2, 4, and 8 should view this episode from the History Channel series, "Clash of the Gods" and answer the following questions based on the film.
“Clash
of the Gods: Beowulf”
Take notes on the following topics as you view the History
Channel’s Beowulf episode of “Clash of the Gods.” Once you have finished
viewing the film, use your notes to answer the following questions on loose-leaf
paper. Re-state the question in each of your responses. *NOTE: some of these
questions require multiple answers.
- When and where do scholars believe the Beowulf text was written? What are some clues they have used to explain why they believe it was written during this time periodI
- In this program, the narrator discusses the decline of “paganism” and the rise of Christianity. What did this shift mean, and why was it significant?
- Why did King Hrothgar call upon Beowulf to help him slay Grendel? Why was Beowulf was willing to accept this challenge?
- During Beowulf’s era, what were some of the funeral procedures for warriors?
- This documentary explores the discovery of artifacts at Sutton Hoo. How do these artifacts possibly shed light on the Beowulf epic? What makes these findings important?
- Archaeologists have uncovered a structure that seems very similar to the hall known as Herot in Beowulf. What was the importance of these halls? How do these artifacts shed light on ancient Anglo-Saxon society?
- How did Grendel’s mother attempt to seek revenge for the loss of her son? What is the importance of this section of the epic in comparison with the first section?
- This program discusses the importance of dragons in mythology. What have dragons traditionally represented in literature?
- How did the rise of Christianity influence the Beowulf epic, according to the scholars in this program?
- Why do you think Beowulf is still considered a classic of English literature?
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