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Characterization in Grendel

Question 2 • *HSA 26-27 English IV A -IC

Which words best complete the comparison of Beowulf and Grendel?Readers of Beowulf hope that Grendel will be destroyed, but readers of Grendel are most likely to

Answer
A
hope that Beowulf will be destroyed.
B
be confused by Beowulf’s behavior.
C
understand Grendel’s perspective.
D
consider Grendel a purely evil villain.

Explanation

In Beowulf, Grendel is presented as a monster for the hero to defeat. In Grendel, the story is told from Grendel’s point of view, so readers are more likely to understand his thoughts and perspective. That makes “understand Grendel’s perspective” the best completion.

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