This is from bewolf part 1-10
1. describe herot.
2. describe grendel’s lair. how does it compare to herot?
3. what is the significance of grendel being descended from cain?
4. why does grendel attack herot?
5. what had herot symbolized before the coming of grendel? after?
6. why is hrothgar’s lieutenant concerned about the arrival of beowulf and his men?
7. how does the lieutenant recognize beowulf as a hero?
8. why does unferth bring up beowulf’s swimming match with brecca? how does beowulf respond?
9. what is welthow’s role in herot? what does the narrator praise her for?
10. what is the significance of hrothgar’s speech in lines 655-661
11. what are beowulf’s thoughts as he waits for grendel’s arrival?
12. what are your first impressions of beowulf?

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