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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where does Grendel go at the end of Chapter 4?
(a) Deeper into the mountains.
(b) To the dragon's lair.
(c) Across the sea.
(d) To his cave.

3. Who is the woman that Grendel killed long ago?
(a) Wealtheow.
(b) Athelgard.
(c) Freawaru.
(d) Marian.

4. How long has Grendel been at war with humans in Chapter 1?
(a) Ten years.
(b) Twenty years.
(c) Fifteen years.
(d) Twelve years.

5. What does Hrothgar think Grendel is hanging from the tree?
(a) A bear.
(b) A cave troll.
(c) A man.
(d) An oak-tree spirit.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does the blind man sing of in Chapter 3?

2. What adjective does Grendel use to describe his war?

3. What sickens Grendel about the battles?

4. What does Hrothgar throw at Grendel in Chapter 3?

5. What Biblical stories does the harper sing of?

(see the answer key)

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