The Bible 2.beowulf 3.mahabarata 4.crime and Punishment 5.the Heart of Darkness 6.macbeth 7.noli Me Tangere 8.divine Comedy 9.analects of Confucious

GE 11- THE GREAT BOOKS
Final Examination
1. The Bible
2.Beowulf
3.Mahabarata
4.Crime and Punishment
5.The Heart of Darkness
6.Macbeth
7.Noli Me Tangere
8.Divine Comedy
9.Analects of Confucious
2.Beowulf. In this work, the author discusses how
society's views on a hero largely influenced the making
of Beowulf. He talks about how Beowulf is unlike any
heroes at the time (Odysseus, Hercules, or Achilles) The
author also discusses how the story continues to show the
rises and the falls of all the families within Beowulf.
He tells us of the basic structure of Beowulf and
discusses its flaws and strengths. The author aims to
inform his audience about common recurring themes in
Beowulf as well as giving his opinions about the story.
This is similar to the story line of Hercules but very
different in some ways. I agree with the author when he
states that Beowulf is a rather simple poem but is told
"elaborate" way. It is the classic story of a hero who
bravely conquers all the beasts and demons that are
thrown his way. I like how this author gives a new
perspective to Beowulf that some people may have not

thought about as he tries to offer a deeper look into
what made Beowulf, Beowulf. The author discusses
how Beowulf's pride influences the story. At the time the
story was created, Christians believed strongly in
humility and to rid the body of any vain within
themselves. Beowulf contrasts Christian belief at the
time because he radiates with pride and constantly boasts
about his endless talent. He discusses how it may come
off as startling when the readers see how boastful
Beowulf is, knowing that he is
noble and is supposed to exude nobility and maintain
proper conduct. His pride is seen as his tragic flaw.
Beowulf's self confidence leads him to believe that he
can fight the dragon in his old age without any help from
their army. This vanity Beowulf possesses leads him to
downfall and ultimately his death. I agree with the
author as I too believe that it is one of Beowulf's
flaws. "Pride is often interpreted as haughty, selfish,
and boastful. It usually has dark and negative
connotations, especially in the context of Christian
doctrine".
Reflection:
When I first read about the title, I was disappointed
because it sounds like it was so dull that I will just
feel very sleepy and tired. I like the name of the hero
since it sounds very unique and appealing but it will
sound even more appealing if the title is not that. They
should have think of a unique title. It is very
effortless that the title is the name of the hero and the
villain. It is so common. I didn't have the second
thought because it's obvious that the title is the main
character of the story, I thought that it will be a
cliche story but I was wrong the story is very amazing, I
learned many things from this story I like the fact that
Beowulf offered himself to attack Grendel. He volunteered
himself as the savior of that country. That's a good
example for the audience. He is very strong and has the
confidence to fight. He sets a good example as he thinks
about other people's life before his own. He served his
people. He risked his own life for the people on the
kingdom. But the best trait that he has is not fearing of
his own death. He didn't care about all the wealth that
he had received. There are also some parts that I didn't
understand because of the accent of the voice. They
should have pronounced it very clearly. But they are
good. Really good! Beowulf is a great example for the
people. He is ready to die for his own kingdom and he is
not afraid to die. He thinks first about other people

before himself. He is ready to fight. I just hope that
there are some people like him that still exist. I like
the character of Wiglaf because he showed us that he was
a true friend. He was always beside Beowulf. He didn't
ask for more. He is a good example for all of us. He
didn't wished for wealth so he was blessed. He was
Beowulf's replacement so now he has the kingdom and
that's a great achievement.
3. Mahabarata

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GE 11- THE GREAT BOOKS

2.Beowulf. In this work, the author discusses how

society's views on a hero largely influenced the making

of Beowulf. He talks about how Beowulf is unlike any

heroes at the time (Odysseus, Hercules, or Achilles) The

author also discusses how the story continues to show the

rises and the falls of all the families within Beowulf.

He tells us of the basic structure of Beowulf and

discusses its flaws and strengths. The author aims to

inform his audience about common recurring themes in

Beowulf as well as giving his opinions about the story.

This is similar to the story line of Hercules but very

different in some ways. I agree with the author when he

states that Beowulf is a rather simple poem but is told

"elaborate" way. It is the classic story of a hero who

bravely conquers all the beasts and demons that are

thrown his way. I like how this author gives a new

perspective to Beowulf that some people may have not

what made Beowulf, Beowulf. The author discusses

how Beowulf's pride influences the story. At the time the

story was created, Christians believed strongly in

humility and to rid the body of any vain within

themselves. Beowulf contrasts Christian belief at the

time because he radiates with pride and constantly boasts

about his endless talent. He discusses how it may come

off as startling when the readers see how boastful

Beowulf is, knowing that he is

noble and is supposed to exude nobility and maintain

proper conduct. His pride is seen as his tragic flaw.

Beowulf's self confidence leads him to believe that he

their army. This vanity Beowulf possesses leads him to

downfall and ultimately his death. I agree with the

author as I too believe that it is one of Beowulf's

flaws. "Pride is often interpreted as haughty, selfish,

and boastful. It usually has dark and negative

connotations, especially in the context of Christian

because it sounds like it was so dull that I will just

since it sounds very unique and appealing but it will

sound even more appealing if the title is not that. They

should have think of a unique title. It is very

villain. It is so common. I didn't have the second

thought because it's obvious that the title is the main

character of the story, I thought that it will be a

cliche story but I was wrong the story is very amazing, I

Beowulf offered himself to attack Grendel. He volunteered

himself as the savior of that country. That's a good

example for the audience. He is very strong and has the

confidence to fight. He sets a good example as he thinks

about other people's life before his own. He served his

people. He risked his own life for the people on the

kingdom. But the best trait that he has is not fearing of

he had received. There are also some parts that I didn't

understand because of the accent of the voice. They

should have pronounced it very clearly. But they are

good. Really good! Beowulf is a great example for the

people. He is ready to die for his own kingdom and he is

not afraid to die. He thinks first about other people

the character of Wiglaf because he showed us that he was

a true friend. He was always beside Beowulf. He didn't