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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what point does Beowulf decide to enter the lake to search for Grendel's mother?
(a) He does not enter the lake.
(b) After blowing his horn for the second time.
(c) Immediately upon arrival.
(d) When Grendel's mother calls out to him.

2. How does Beowulf kill Grendel's mother?
(a) He cuts off her head.
(b) He stabs her through the heart.
(c) He throws her to the sea serpents.
(d) He strangles her.

3. What is the Grendel lake lined with?
(a) Trees.
(b) Mountains.
(c) Fierce dragons.
(d) Tall grasses.

4. 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.

5. Who leads Beowulf to the Grendel lake?
(a) Aeschere.
(b) A warrior who isn't named.
(c) Hrothgar.
(d) Unferth.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who stays at the lake after the Danes leave?

2. How many men does it take to carry Grendel's head?

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

4. When Beowulf enters Heorot, what two things does he present to Hrothgar?

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

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