Our second essay assignment is listed below. You are to choose from one of the three topics and write a two page essay. NO OUTSIDE SOURCES are needed. The ONLY source you need is the text that we read. (No Wikipedia, Cliffnotes, Sparknotes or any other online articles/sources needed.) You should answer the question and respond IN YOUR OWN WORDS, using only the text link that I provided to cite from. I do check for PLAGIARISM. Your grade will result in an F if caught.
- Your essay should be in MLA format. No other formats are acceptable. No cover sheet is needed.
- All essays must have a Heading (name, teacher’s name, class, date on the left of paper), Title, and Header (last name and page number in upper right corner)
- 12 font, double-spaced
- 2 FULL pages
- Upload in PDF format to Canvas
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1. Analyze the differences in the three fights and explain how they trace the development of Beowulf as a hero.
2. Was Beowulf’s cockiness/confidence an asset to his character or a tragic flaw?
3. Compare/Contrast Gilgamesh and Beowulf. Who would you rather be your leader?
