Why is the presence of the comitatus ethic in Beowulf significant?
AThe comitatus ethic represents the shift from a nomadic to a more organized social structure.
BThe comitatus ethic shows a historical return to older types of political organization.
CThe comitatus ethic represents a culture in which rulers had no responsibilities to their citizens.
DThe comitatus ethic is evidence of a period in which behavior was guided by Christian ethics.
Correct answer
A. The comitatus ethic represents the shift from a nomadic to a more organized social structure.
Explanation
The correct answer is The comitatus ethic represents the shift from a nomadic to a more organized social structure..