The Epic Tale of Beowulf: Grendel's Menace and Beowulf's Valor

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In the epic poem Beowulf, the monstrous Grendel terrorizes King Hrothgar's warriors in Herot, killing many until Beowulf, a Geatish hero, arrives to help. Beowulf's battle with Grendel and his subsequent victory over Grendel's mother showcase themes of heroism, loyalty, and vengeance. The story unfolds through epic battles, alliances, and the conquering of mythical beasts, embodying the spirit of the Old English heroic narrative.

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30 Number of men Grendel killed on his first visit to Herot 14 Number of warriors Beowulf brought with him from Geatland to fight Grendel 12 Number of winters Herot sat empty while Grendel stalked Hrothgar and his men

(a) he is a descendent of Cain (the first murderer) and is a demon spawn (b) Grendel stalks them from the edge of his swamp and attacks when he notices anyone sleeping in Herot (except Hrothgar) (c) the warriors act violently toward him afraid

Beowulf helps Hrothgar and the Danes for several reasons: Blood debt to Hrothgar because Hrothgar saved Edgetho, Beowulf s father Beowulf loves fame and fortune/treasure

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Beowulf dives into the murky lake and swims for hours Grendel hears the noise in Herot and leaves his swamp to visit The lake thickens with the monsters blood Grendel attacks Hrothgar s men, killing many Beowulf kills Grendel s mom Beowulf takes soldiers with him to Denmark Beowulf takes the magic sword off the wall to kill Grendel s mother The Danes leave the shore, convinced Beowulf was killed Grendel s head is cut off Beowulf returns to Herot with two trophies a) f) g) b) h) c) d) i) j) e)

Grendel hears the noise in Herot and leaves his swamp to visit Grendel attacks Hrothgar s men, killing many Beowulf takes soldiers with him to Denmark Beowulf dives into the murky lake and swims for hours Beowulf takes the magic sword off the wall to kill Grendel s mother Beowulf kills Grendel s mom Grendel s head is cut off The Danes leave the shore, convinced Beowulf was killed The lake thickens with the monsters blood 10. Beowulf returns to Herot with two trophies 1. 6. 7. 2. 8. 3. 9. 4. 5.

Affliction Cause of pain or distress Cowering Cringing in fear Fetter Shackle or chain; restraint Gorge To stuff with food

Infamous Having a bad reputation; notorious Lament An audible expression of grief; wail Livid Discolored; black and blue Loathsome Disgusting; hateful