Question

What last thoughts does Beowulf express as he is dying?

a. A desire for respect and pride in his ability to protect his people
b. Bitterness because his soldiers did not help him fight the dragon
c. Fear that the kingdom of the Geats will fall apart after he dies
d. Affection and longing for his family

Answer 1

The answer is a. A desire for respect and pride in his ability to protect his people

Answer 2

Hello, the answer is D - affection and longing for his family. He wanted to give everything he had earned as the king to his son, but he didn't have any. So, as he's dying, he is talking to Wiglaf, whom he now considers part of his family, so that he is not completely alone in death.