Grendel Flashcard Ch. 1-3

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What evidence in Grendel shows that the monster has emotions and feelings?

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Grendel shows true hate toward the sky, he was happy as a child, and he is annoyed at the ram.

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Who does the ram represent in Chapter 1 of Grendel?

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Grendel because of his ignorance of nature and the world around him.

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What creatures swim in the waters that border Grendel’s realm?

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Firesnakes.

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How is the raid on Hrothgar’s hall depicted differently in Grendel compared to Beowulf?

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The novel Grendel shows the action from the monster’s point of view.

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What is the function of the Shaper in the mead hall?

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The Shaper is the storyteller who sings about the glorious deeds of the dead kings and shapes songs and poems about warriors and kings.

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What does Grendel's hatred toward the sky symbolize?

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It symbolizes his internal conflict and feelings of isolation.

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How does John Gardner's Grendel differ in tone from the original Beowulf?

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Grendel has a more introspective and philosophical tone, focusing on the monster's thoughts and feelings.

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What role does the mead hall play in the story of Grendel?

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The mead hall serves as a symbol of community, civilization, and the conflict between Grendel and humanity.

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What is the significance of the Shaper's songs in Grendel?

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The Shaper's songs shape the perception of history and influence the characters' understanding of their identities.

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How does Grendel perceive humans in the first three chapters?

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Grendel views humans with a mix of curiosity, disdain, and envy.