Our second essay assignment is listed below. You are to choose from one of the
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?