Word Meaning in the Preface to A Dictionary of the English Language — Cumulative exam
Question 26 • HACHMAN FL-1001400-English 4 A 26/27
Read the passage from Beowulf."We are retainersfrom Hygelac’s band. Beowulf is my name.If your lord and master, the most renownedson of Halfdane, will hear me outand graciously allow me to greet him in person,I am ready and willing to report my errand."
Answer
A
His punctuation copies the half-lines used in Old English poetry.
B
His capitalization style mimics Old English poetry capitalization.
C
He uses character names that were popular in Old English poetry.
D
He solely uses unstressed syllables like poets of Old English poetry.