As a leader who personifies "heroism”, Beowulf is one of the earliest examples of a “hero" in English Literature. Choose a section of the poem which you this captures Beowulf's heroism, either through a description
of him or through a description of his actions. Write a one-paragraph response which speaks to Beowulf's heroism
and why his character continues to be used as an example of heroism in action.

Match these items. 1 . stephen douglas published "north star" 2 . frederick douglass first african slaves arrived in jamestown 3 . crittenden compromise proposed kansas-nebraska act 4 . republican party extend 36° 30' line to california 5 . abolitionists servitude in exchange for passage to the united states 6 . indentured struggle between proslavery and antislavery groups 7 . jefferson davis formed to prevent spread of slavery 8 . "bleeding kansas" wanted slavery abolished 9 . uncle tom's cabin president of confederacy 10 . 1619 harriet beecher stowe