10 Questions
Who does Grendel's mother carry off from Herot?
Hrothgar's closest friend
Where are Grendel and his mother said to live?
Secret places, windy cliffs, and wolf-dens near waterfalls
What is the description of the lake where Grendel and his mother reside?
A lake with mist steaming like black clouds, covered with frozen spray and snakelike roots reaching the water
What does the old king say about the wisdom reaching the depths of the lake?
No wisdom reaches such depths
What did Beowulf hang high from the rafters of Herot?
Grendel's arm
Who does Grendel's mother carry off from Herot?
One of Hrothgar's closest friends
Where are Grendel and his mother said to live?
In hidden caves, misty valleys, and groves of trees by a lake
What does the old king describe about the lake where Grendel and his mother live?
The lake is bottomless and no one knows its depths
What does Beowulf hang high from the rafters in Herot?
Grendel's arm
What happens to the lake at night where Grendel and his mother live?
It burns like a torch
Test your knowledge of the epic poem "Beowulf" with this quiz! Explore the characters, themes, and key events, including Grendel's mother's attack on Herot and the location of her lair. See how well you know this timeless tale of heroism and bravery.
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