Question

In a response of two to three sentences, explain how these lines contribute to Beowulf's characterization as a hero. (20 points) "Beowulf spake (his burnie did glisten, His armor seamed over by the art of the craftsman): "Hail thou, Hrothgar! I am Higelac's kinsman And vassal forsooth; many a wonder I dared as a stripling."

Answer 1

It shows his characterization as a hero when it says, "his burnie did goisten, his armor seamed over by the art of the craftsman" This shows his he has very wealthy objects that seem to make him a hero. Also when it says "Hail thou, Hrothgar!" It shows that people are cheering and honoring him.