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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Grendel say Hrothgar's sons would do with their father's gold?
(a) Give it all away.
(b) Spend it.
(c) Weigh it in their minds.
(d) Divide it evenly.

2. How many days after their first meeting does Unferth seek out Grendel's cave?
(a) Two.
(b) Three.
(c) Five.
(d) Four.

3. What do the men think Grendel is in Chapter 2?
(a) A bull.
(b) A bear.
(c) A tree fungus.
(d) A monster.

4. What time of year is it when Grendel begins his war with Hrothgar?
(a) Summer.
(b) Spring.
(c) Fall.
(d) Winter.

5. How does Grendel avoid the bull in Chapter 2?
(a) By capturing the bull.
(b) By twisting its horn.
(c) By killing it.
(d) His mother helps him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Hrothgar's younger brother?

2. The dragon encourages Grendel to do what with his life?

3. What does Grendel say his mother smells of in Chapter 2?

4. Where does Grendel live?

5. What does the pool of firesnakes protect?

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