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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Grendel says that he hopes the number twelve is what in Chapter 7?
(a) The number of men he can carry.
(b) A holy number.
(c) The days of the month.
(d) The number of men he can eat at once.

2. Grendel refers to what between Wealtheow and Hrothgar in Chapter 8?
(a) A scorpion.
(b) A chasm.
(c) A fire.
(d) A spider.

3. Who leaves Hrothgar's hall unimpressed by the blind man's words in Chapter 3?
(a) The old Shaper.
(b) Hrothulf.
(c) Hrothgar.
(d) Unferth.

4. In Chapter 7, Grendel counts his blessings but they are all numbered how?
(a) One through four.
(b) One through five.
(c) Zero.
(d) One.

5. In Chapter 7, How does Grendel resolve to kill Wealtheow?
(a) Tear her limbs off.
(b) Roast her over the fire.
(c) Bite off her head.
(d) Throw her to the firesnakes.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 7, who calms the argument between Unferth and another thane?

2. What does the Shaper sing of that upsets Grendel?

3. What time of year is it when Grendel begins his war with Hrothgar?

4. What does Grendel do to Hrothgar's guard that attacks him in Chapter 6?

5. How many sons does Hrothgar have by Wealtheow?

(see the answer key)

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