Grendal and his Mother

Why does Beowulf come to help the people defeat Grendel?

• he’s courageous and strong

• he's showing off

• Grendel killed his family

• He owed Hrothgar a favor

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What weapon does Beowulf use to kill Grendel?

• a sword

• battle axe

• his hands

• bow and arrow

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What does Grendel’s Mother steal from Herot?

• Grendel’s arm

• Grendel's corpse

• Grendel's Shield

• Grendel's sword

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What reward does Hrothgar promise Beowulf if Beowulf kills Grendel’s Mother?

• A coat of arms

• the Danish Throne

• Wealth and treasure

• a new ship

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. Beowulf’s extreme strength used to kill Grendel’s Mother is a characteristic of all:

• . Anglo-Saxons

• Geat warriors

• Danish warriors

• Epic heroes

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Beowulf is motivated to kill Grendel’s Mother by the promise of receiving:

• fame

• salvation

• freedom

• forgiveness

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How does Beowulf get final revenge on Grendel?

• . Burns his body

• Severs his head

• Gives his body to Hrothgar

• Tears off his arm

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