Test your knowledge on the epic battle between Beowulf and the monstrous Grendel in the hall of Herot. Explore the intense struggle, Beowulf's unyielding grip, and the ultimate defeat of Grendel.

Created by

@SpeedyPeachTree

Study Flashcards Play Quiz

Access to a Library of 520,000+ Quizzes & Flashcards

Explore diverse subjects like math, history, science, literature and more in our expanding catalog.

Study Flashcards Play Quiz

Questions and Answers

What type of monster does Beowulf encounter in the hall of Herot?

Grendel

Why do Beowulf's companions in arms realize that only Beowulf can defeat Grendel?

Grendel has an enchanted hide

What causes the hall of Herot to shake during Beowulf's battle with Grendel?

The violent fight between Beowulf and Grendel

How does Beowulf ultimately manage to defeat Grendel?

<p>By tearing off Grendel's arm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What fate befalls Grendel after his encounter with Beowulf?

<p>He faces a slow and inevitable death</p> Signup and view all the answers

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Study Notes

Beowulf encounters Grendel, a murderous monster, in the hall of Herot and engages in a fierce battle with him.
Despite Grendel's attempts to break free, Beowulf's grip on his arm proves unyielding, leading to a brutal and intense struggle between the two.
The fight is so violent that it causes the hall of Herot to shake, with the sound of their wrestling echoing outside for all to hear.
Beowulf's companions in arms attempt to assist him by drawing their swords, but soon realize that only Beowulf's sheer strength can defeat Grendel due to the monster's enchanted hide.
Beowulf ultimately succeeds in tearing off Grendel's arm, causing the monster to flee back to his den, where he faces a slow and inevitable death.