Which event represents the Resurrection phase in Beowulf's journey?

• A. Beowulf slays the dragon
• B. Beowulf dies in his sleep
• C. Beowulf departs peacefully
• D. Beowulf neglects the kingdom

Answer: (A)

The Resurrection phase is the final moment when the hero faces death and returns transformed, bringing back something that heals the world around them. In Beowulf, that moment comes in the last battle with the dragon. He goes into mortal danger to protect his people, and while he defeats the dragon, he is mortally wounded. That act shows a rebirth of the hero—he confronts death with courage, and though he dies, his sacrifice secures the realm’s safety and cements his legacy. The kingdom gains safety and the people gain memory of a leader who gave everything for them, which is the essence of returning from the ordeal transformed and with an enduring boon. The other possibilities don’t center on that final, transformative confrontation with death and the lasting benefit it brings to the community.