The adjective which describes Beowulf's parting words as he leaves to battle the dragon is boastful.
It was common for heroes of Anglo-Saxon times to boast before the battle to instill bravery into their soldiers and themselves. So, Beowulf boasts before his last battle to show his people that he is not afraid and that he will gladly die to defend his kingdom.
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The mall was unusally hectic but it was the week before christmas
I like to drink milk or I like to eat cookies
I love to read so I go to the libray
Figuring that one out now.