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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Beowulf see a "tremendous sword" in the lair of Grendel's mother?
(a) On the wall.
(b) In the armory.
(c) At her side.
(d) On a table.

2. After Grendel's defeat, what do the Danes decorate the hall with?
(a) Tapestries depicting the battle.
(b) Dragon scales.
(c) Golden embroidery.
(d) Pictures of Beowulf.

3. What does Beowulf ask Wiglaf to bring to him before he dies?
(a) His warriors.
(b) His son.
(c) The dragon's treasure.
(d) The dragon's head.

4. With what does Beowulf deliver the death blow to the dragon?
(a) A hammer.
(b) His sword.
(c) An arrow.
(d) A knife.

5. When Grendel's blood turns the lake red, what do Hrothgar and his men assume?
(a) Beowulf has defeated the monster.
(b) The lake has grown fiery hot.
(c) All of the serpents have died.
(d) Beowulf is dead.

Short Answer Questions

1. What promise does Hrothgar make to Beowulf after Grendel's mother is defeated?

2. According to Beowulf, who was the first ashore in the swimming match with Breca?

3. Who leads Beowulf to the Grendel lake?

4. How tall is Grendel?

5. As Chapter 3 begins, how long has Beowulf reigned as king?

(see the answer key)

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