Question

Which of these excerpts from Beowulf best describes Beowulf’s reason for attacking Grendel’s mother?

A."… whispered together/And said that hope was gone, that the hero/Had lost…"
B."… and Holy/God, who sent him victory, gave judgment/For truth and right…"
C."…So fame/Comes to the men who mean to win it/And care about nothing else!"
D."… the sword was wet/With her blood, and Beowulf rejoiced at the sight."

Answer 1

Answer:

C."…So fame/Comes to the men who mean to win it/And care about nothing else!"

Explanation:

In "Beowulf," the protagonist is absolutely determined to end up with Gredel's evil and cruel actions, so after he defeats him, he also has the spiritual and physical strength to kill the evil sea creature. In fact, the latter is Grendel's mother, who is also furious about his son's death and wishes to take revenge for it. However, Beowulf is resolved and does not let anything stop him.