In a response of two to three sentences, explain how these lines contribute to Beowulf's characterization as a hero.

"Beowulf spake (his burnie did glisten,
His armor seamed over by the art of the craftsman):
"Hail thou, Hrothgar! I am Higelac's kinsman
And vassal forsooth; many a wonder
I dared as a stripling."

Question

In a response of two to three sentences, explain how these lines contribute to Beowulf's characterization as a hero.

"Beowulf spake (his burnie did glisten,
His armor seamed over by the art of the craftsman):
 "Hail thou, Hrothgar! I am Higelac's kinsman
And vassal forsooth; many a wonder
I dared as a stripling."

anonymous · Answer

This passage contibutes to Beowulf's characterization, firstly because of the armor that he adorns upon his body. Secondly, he boasts about himself, claiming him to be a Higelac's kinsman, not to mention he is so outright with who he is.