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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the bull attack Grendel?
(a) Grendel tried to kill it.
(b) All animals hate Grendel.
(c) Its calf is close by.
(d) It is hungry.

2. What is the downside of Grendel's new power?
(a) He has not fun.
(b) His mother wants to come along.
(c) He is always hungry for more.
(d) He is alone.

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

4. At what time of day does Grendel wander outside?
(a) Night.
(b) He never goes outside.
(c) Morning.
(d) Mid-day.

5. What does the pool of firesnakes protect?
(a) The dragon's cave.
(b) The dragon's treasure.
(c) Grendel's treasure.
(d) A sunken door.

Short Answer Questions

1. What changes in the spring between the clans of men?

2. What advice does the dragon give Grendel?

3. What does Grendel call Unferth in Chapter 6?

4. What literary device is demonstrated in the word “sizzle” in Chapter 1?

5. Why is Unferth so weak?

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