ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

EARLY BRITISH LITERATURE

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Which of the following is NOT one of the epic qualities if Beowulf?

A	about a great national hero
B	written in lofty language
C	contains supernatural elements
D	explores the struggle of good and evil
E	all are epic qualities

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Beowulf is synonymous with the concept of the epic hero. In this epic poem, we watch as he demonstrates his courage, strength, loyalty, and wisdom, and we see him have no difficulty letting people know who he is and what he is capable of accomplishing.

Detailed explanation-2: -Beowulf Is Not An Epic Hero He prove himself as a good leader when he defeated the dragon. Some say that beowulf is not an epic hero because he wants glory for himself and no one else. Also that he didn ‘t care about the people that looked up to him or to the country that relies on his action for his heroic protection.

Detailed explanation-3: -Epic heroes are of Noble birth (royalty), capable of deeds of great strength and courage, great warriors, cunning and clever, and they face supernatural foes and/or receive supernatural help.

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