Question

beowulf
by eddie mcpherson
beowulf: i am beowulf, son of ecgtheow. i have come to destroy the demon grendel.
1st poet: the captain was immediately impressed with beowulfs quiet strength and confident demeanor.
captain: grendel has slaughtered many men and fear has paralyzed the kingdom. allow me to warn you in advance: if you plan to confront the creature, dont expect to return to your home, for surely grendel will kill you and all your men. if you have any brains at all, you will go aboard your ship again and return home.
beowulf, folktale, adapted by eddie mcpherson © this play is reprinted from plays, the drama magazine for young people with the permission of the publisher plays/sterling partners inc. 897 washington street #600160, newton, ma 02460
use the passage to answer the question.
which topics are discussed in this passage? select the two correct answers.
(1 point)
evil
monarchies
poetry
sailing
courage

Explanation:

• Evil: Grendel is described as a demon who has slaughtered many men, representing evil.
• Courage: Beowulf comes to destroy Grendel despite the captain's warning, showing courage.

Answer:

evil, courage