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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Grendel sit to watch the mens' activities?
(a) The top of Hrothgar's hall.
(b) The eaves of the forest.
(c) The circle of gods.
(d) The dragon's cave.

2. What do the men think Grendel is in Chapter 2?
(a) A bull.
(b) A bear.
(c) A tree fungus.
(d) A monster.

3. What does Grendel say Hrothgar's sons would do with their father's gold?
(a) Divide it evenly.
(b) Spend it.
(c) Give it all away.
(d) Weigh it in their minds.

4. What adjective does Grendel use to describe his war?
(a) Tedious.
(b) Idiotic.
(c) Neverending.
(d) Fun.

5. What does Grendel take from Hrothgar's Hall in Chapter 1?
(a) Treasure.
(b) Food.
(c) Weapons.
(d) Men to eat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Shaper sing of that upsets Grendel?

2. How does Grendel avoid the bull in Chapter 2?

3. Why does the bull attack Grendel?

4. What has Hrothgar constructed out of pride?

5. What does Grendel ultimately do to the outlawed men?

(see the answer key)

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