Question

Beowulf is an important literary work because:

• A. It is the first English novel to explore themes of heroism and destiny.
• B. It is the earliest and most famous Old English epic poem
• C. It provides the most accurate historical record of the Viking invasions of Britain.
• D. It is the earliest example of rhyming couplets in English poetry.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. It is the earliest and most famous Old English epic poem

• Beowulf is the most significant and well-known piece of Old English literature.

• It is an epic poem that tells the story of a heroic warrior who defeats monsters.

• The poem reflects the values of Anglo-Saxon culture and gives insight into their beliefs, society, and oral storytelling traditions.