MB UNIUD

1.Beowulf was composed during the 7th century.

2.The Anglo-Saxon poet could use some linguistic choices: alliteration and repetition.

3.In an Anglo-Saxon poem the lines were divided into two parts that were bound together by alliteration. The number of syllables per line was not important and rythm was based on the number of stressed syllables, two in each half-line.

5.The basic features of an epic poem like Beowulf are:

         the protagonist is a hero

         the setting is vast

         the action involves noble and even superhuman deeds as well as supernatural creatures

         the style is elevated

6.The poet ("scop") had a very important role in Anglo-Saxon society. The poets were considered the voice and memory of a tribe.