Question

Which word best describes the atmosphere the narrator likely wishes to reflect through the setting in these lines?

But the evil one ambushed old and young
death-shadow dark, and dogged them still,
lured, or lurked in the livelong night
of misty moorlands: men may say not
where the haunts of these Hell-Runes be.
(from Beowulf)

mystery
terror
despair
squalor

Answer 1

@TQKMB

Answer 2

@it_meh_miranda

Answer 3

I think it's mystery or terror.

Answer 4

@Compassionate

Answer 5

Thanks @TQKMB

Answer 6

Your Welcome @swaggagotmeaning If you need any more help just let me know.

Answer 7

If you had to pick which one do you think is right mystery or terror @TQKMB

Answer 8

Mystery but I'm not 100% sure

Answer 9

mystery

Answer 10

Thanks @it_meh_miranda