1. Beowulf: A hero
The Anglo-Saxon period was a time of fierce battles in which human strength was measured by the ability to control the reaction to fate through evil and courage. ... Beowulf was passed on from person to person. ... This is what makes Beowulf a true hero. ... Beowulf had a band of mighty men, willing to die for their leader, and this in turn gave Beowulf much power. This gave him confidence and helped give him courage to finish off the ravenous beast Grendel. ...
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- Grade Level: High School