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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who did Hrothgar give golden rings and bracelets to?
(a) His wife.
(b) His followers.
(c) Grendel's mother.
(d) Grendel.

3. What color is the banner Hrothgar gives Beowulf?
(a) Red.
(b) Gold.
(c) Silver.
(d) Green.

4. How many horses does Hrothgar give Beowulf and his men?
(a) 15.
(b) 8.
(c) 3.
(d) 19.

5. What does Beowulf do with his "grisly trophy" of Grendel's defeat?
(a) Cooks and eats it.
(b) Throws it in the fire.
(c) Throws it to the dogs.
(d) Nails it to the wall.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Beowulf will his sword to in case of his death?

2. What happens to the blade of the tremendous sword found in the lair?

3. What does Grendel hate the sound of?

4. After Beowulf's sword fails to kill Grendel's mother, what does he use to try to fight her?

5. What kind of boat to Beowulf and his men sail away from Denmark in?

(see the answer key)

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