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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Grendel do with the corpse in Chapter 4?
(a) Takes it to the hall.
(b) Gives it to his mother.
(c) Eats it.
(d) Buries it.

2. What does Grendel say his mother smells of in Chapter 2?
(a) Roses.
(b) Oats and honey.
(c) Pig and fish.
(d) Jasmine.

3. How do the men treat Grendel when he brings the corpse to them in Chapter 4?
(a) They do not see him.
(b) They thank him.
(c) They welcome him.
(d) They attack him.

4. Which craftsmen have a special place in the village?
(a) Blacksmiths.
(b) Cobblers.
(c) Carpenters.
(d) Gold workers.

5. Who does Grendel scream for but does not help him get away from the bull?
(a) Hrothgar.
(b) The Dragon.
(c) His father.
(d) His mother.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many men does Grendel kill on his first raid?

2. Hygmod proposes a truce by what gesture in Chapter 10?

3. What is the downside of Grendel's new power?

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

5. What does Grendel find in the woods while circling the hall in Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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