In approximately 250 words and drawing upon textual evidence, respond to one of the following prompts:
1. With whom do you identify or sympathize more, the Wanderer or the Seafarer? Explain your response with specific reference to the text.
2. What share of the blame should fall upon Byrhtnoth for the English defeat? What blame does Godric bear? Who do you feel is more at fault? Explain your response with specific reference to the text.
3. Compare and/or contrast the Wanderer with a character such as Ælfwine or Byrhtwold.
4. Compare and/or contrast the Seafarer with a character such as Byrhtnoth.