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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Beowulf see a "tremendous sword" in the lair of Grendel's mother?
(a) In the armory.
(b) At her side.
(c) On the wall.
(d) On a table.

2. What saves Beowulf's life from Grendel's mother's near-fatal attack?
(a) A shield.
(b) His mailcoat.
(c) Hrunting.
(d) His warriors.

3. What is Hrunting?
(a) A shield.
(b) Hrothgar's hall.
(c) Grendel's mother's hall.
(d) Beowulf's sword.

4. What does Beowulf do when he sees Grendel's body in the lair?
(a) Weeps.
(b) Cuts off Grendel's head.
(c) Burns the body.
(d) Leaves the body untouched.

5. As Beowulf prepares to leave Denmark, what does Hrothgar do "as if his heart would break?"
(a) Watches the ships sail away.
(b) Helps Beowulf load his possessions.
(c) Sings.
(d) Weeps.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Grendel's blood turns the lake red, what do Hrothgar and his men assume?

2. Before battling Grendel's mother, what does Beowulf ask the King to do if he should die?

3. How far is Grendel's mother's lair from the windy cliffs?

4. Who forged the tremendous sword that is in Grendel's mother's lair?

5. What promise does Hrothgar make to Beowulf after Grendel's mother is defeated?

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