Beowulf Recap Chapters 19-31

Why does Beowulf toss aside his sword Hrunting in the fight?

• it is too big

• It is useless against the monster.

• Beowulf cannot carry it.

• all the above

How does Beowulf kill Grendel's mother?

• he rips her arms off

• He stabs her in the heart.

• He cuts off her head with a giant's sword he found hanging on the wall of the battle hall.

• He drowns her in the deep swamp.

Who was Esher?

• Esher is Hrothgar's closest friend and advisor. He was eaten by Grendel's mother.

• Esher is Hrothgar's brother.

• Esher is Hrothgar's loyal cousin who helps to battle Grendal's Mother.

• all the above

What does Unferth give Beowulf? Why?

• Unferth gives beowulf his sword because Unferth wants to be a good friend.

• Unferth gives beowulf his sword because Unferth knows that he isn't brave enough to kill Grendel's mother himself.

• None