An epic reflects the values of the culture that produced it. Use a chart like the one shown to identify three specific features of Beowulf that probably pleased its original audience. For each, draw a conclusion about Anglo-Saxon tastes and values.
1. bravery - obviously the hero had to be brave if he wanted to defeat the monster. I believe that the Anglo-Saxons valued bravery and strength because they themselves were such people 2. loyalty - Beowulf is loyal to his king and came to his aid to protect his people. It was important for Anglo-Saxons too to be loyal to their leader 3. being a good person overall - if Beowulf wasn't a good person, then God wouldn't have helped him defeat the monster
