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'Beowulf' is the epic story that tells us the tale of hero Beowulf, the strongest and bravest of them all and how he defeats monsters and becomes a king. Among several characters we will also meet Hygelac, his uncle and king of the Geats, the one who opens his kingdom's doors and his heart to Beowulf.
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How is Beowulfs Family connected to Hrothgar?
beowulfs father was once along side him in battle. he fought for hrothgar and was a close friend
What is Beowulfs sword?
The sword given to him by Hrothgar: Hrunting is said to have been tempered with the blood of Dragons.
How does Hrothgar compare to beowulfs character?
The King Hrothgar appears to be a brave leader but it is soon discovered that he is a coward. Beowulf on the other hand is a true hero and is truly brave and strong.
What was Beowulfs reaction to Hrothgars sorrow?
King Hrothgar is very pleased that Beowulf has come to his kingdom in the book "Beowulf." He has heard legend of Beowulf and his father and had high hopes that Beowulf could defeat Grendel.
What king does Beowulf serve?
Higloc, king of the Geats and Beowulf's uncle.
How does herothgar know of Beowulf?
Hrothgar knows of Beowulf through his reputation as a great Geat warrior who has come to offer his services to help rid Heorot of the monster Grendel. Word of Beowulf's previous heroic feats and strength as a warrior has spread far and wide, making him well-known even to Hrothgar.
What follows beowulfs battle with grendel that brings further sorrow to king hrothgar?
Grendel's mother comes to avenge her son.
What favor does Beowulf ask Hrothgar?
Beowulf asks Hrothgar to send his body to his ring-giver, King Hygelac, if he doesn't survive his battle with Grendel. As ring-giver, Hygelac is an overlord who provides lands and treasures to this thanes. In addition to being Beowulf's ring-giver, Hygelac is also a kinsman, his uncle.
How do you pronounce Hrothgar?
Jyust drop the H to Hrothgar. ROEth-gar.
What is Hrothgar's wife's name?
Hrothgar's wife's name is Wealhtheow.
What is the name of Hrothgar's closest friend?
Hrothgar's closest friend is named Aeschere. He is a trusted advisor and warrior in Hrothgar's court in the epic poem Beowulf.
Is Edgetho and Hrothgar friends?
Edgetho and Hrothgar are not friends. In the epic poem "Beowulf," Edgetho is Beowulf's father and Hrothgar is the king of the Danes whom Beowulf helps by defeating the monster Grendel. There is no indication of friendship between Edgetho and Hrothgar in the poem.
