Questions and Answers
What are the men doing when Grendel enters the mead hall?
All asleep
What does Grendel plan to do to the men?
Destroy them all by swallowing every last man
What does Grendel do with the cloth on the table?
Tie it around his neck to make a napkin
What does Grendel seize, only to realize that it is a mistake?
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What happens next?
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To whom does Grendel call for help?
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What happens to Grendel's arm?
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Where does Grendel run?
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Who watches Grendel die?
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What are Grendel's dying words?
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Study Notes
Grendel Chapter 12 Summary
- Grendel enters the mead hall to find all the men asleep.
- He plans to destroy the men by swallowing each one completely.
- Grendel humorously uses a cloth from the table as a napkin, tying it around his neck.
- Grendel mistakenly seizes a man's wrist, only to discover that the man's eyes remain open and aware.
- After the encounter, Grendel is injured and attempts to escape from the situation.
- In his moment of distress, Grendel calls for help from his mother.
- During the chaos, Grendel's arm is torn off, leaving him severely wounded.
- Grendel flees into the woods, retreating from the mead hall.
- As he faces his demise, Grendel is observed by animals and old enemies.
- Grendel's final words reflect his tragic fate: "Poor Grendel's had an accident....So may you all."
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Test your knowledge on Chapter 12 of 'Grendel' with this quiz. It covers key events and actions of the characters, particularly focusing on Grendel's interactions in the mead hall. Perfect for reviewing the chapter's main points and themes.
