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How does Beowulf describe his exploits?
by saying that he is the only one strong enough to fight the monsters and win.
How did Beowulf intend to fight Grendel?
without any armor
What happens when Grendel first enters Herot Hall?
he saw warriors sleeping and he killed them and eats them.
Describe Beowulf's battle with Grendel.
he rips off his arm.
Why are Beowulf's warriors unable to help him during his fight with Grendel?
God chose Beowulf so only he could defeat him.
What does Grendel do to bring chaos to Hrothgar's kingdom?
terrorizes Heret and he eats all the people who did not flee
How long has Grendel terrorized the Danes?
12 winters
Identify the leader of the Great warriors
Beowulf
What characterizes Beowulf?
strong
How do you think Beowulf has earned his reputation?
bragging
Who is the king of the Danes during the conflict with Grendel?
Hrothgar
What hall does the king of the Danes build?
Heret (represents heaven)
Who is Grendel?
descendant of Cain
Where does Grendel come from?
Earth
What makes Grendel so angry?
loud music
who was the villain in Beowulf
Grendal
who is the father of sheild sheafson
sheafson is an orphan
how does Hrothgar know of Beowulf
Hrothgar was friends with Beowulf's father
about how long is the dragon
50 feet
how long does Beowulf reign as king of the geats
50 years
What do you think is Beowulf's strongest attribute?
fate on his side
What trophy does Beowulf display after this battle with Grendel?
Grendel's hand and claw.
What happens in Herot immediately after Grendel's defeat?
a celebration
What does Hrothgar ask Beowulf after Grendel's mother kills Aeschere?
Beowulf defeats Grendel's mother by cutting her head off with his sword.
To whom does Beowulf give credit for his victory against Grendel's mother?
God