All epic heroes overcome powerful forces that arise from their particular ways of life. Modern heroes may conquer the unknowns
of outer space or bring food or medicine to hungry people. The Anglo-Saxon hero slew monsters. Of course, monsters exist only in
fantasy. But a monster may be an archetypal symbol for some broader problem or challenge a society faces. What challenges of
Anglo-Saxon life are represented by the monsters Beowulf faces? Use your knowledge of Anglo-Saxon society and of Beowulf.
Write a paragraph explaining your answer. To support your point, use specific references, including at least one example of
imagery, from the poem.