The Battle with Grendel

Beowulf, standing alongside of his fourteen men.

A group of men, all appearing to be sound asleep.

Nothing (everyone was in hiding).

Hrothgar's empty throne.

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He was terrified of his mighty broadsword.

He did not like the way that Beowulf smelled.

He had heard a prophecy that he would be killed by a Geatish warrior.

He had never encountered an opponent with such a strong grip.

They tried, but Grendel was magically protected from all weapons.

Beowulf told them before the fight that he didn't want any assistance.

They were too cowardly to enter into the conflict.

They had drunk too much mead and were passed out.

He tore off Grendel's arm.

He cut off Grendel's head.

He broke Grendel's neck.

He stabbed Grendel through the heart.

he tried to escape but was captured by Beowulf's warriors

his body disappeared into thin air

he jumped over a cliff into the sea

he retreated to his marsh den

They lied and said that the Danes had helped the Geats.

They asked Beowulf to replace Hrothgar as their king.

They praised Beowulf's deeds and spread the word to everyone.

They demanded that Beowulf pay Grendel's mother a weregild.

Beowulf sets sail for Denmark with 14 of his greatest warriors.

Beowulf gains fame and renown for his battle against Grendel.

Hrothgar greets Beowulf and warns him of Grendel's power.

Beowulf lives in Geatland, and he is the strongest of Hygelac's warriors.

Beowulf kills Grendel in hand-to-hand combat.