One of the most universally studied of the English classics, Beowulf is considered the finest heroic poem in Old English.

This epic poem tells the story of Beowulf, a warrior who becomes famous by helping Hrothgar, King of the Danes. Beowulf kills first Grendel, a horrible demon who terrorizes the Danes every night, and then Grendel’s vengeful mother. Beowulf returns to his own country to become king. Late in life he decides to fight a dangerous dragon and…

Syllabus

Verb tenses Present Continuous: future plans and activities Past Perfect Simple:

Narrative, reported speech Future with will: offers, promises, predictions, etc

Modal verbs could: possibility should (present and future reference):

Advice might (present and future reference): possibility used to + infinitive (past habits)

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Background information about this poem | Culture and society in the Middle Ages | Glossary of difficult words | Comprehension and grammar activities | Final test