Question

In Beowulf, how does Grendel die?

A. Beowulf grips Grendel and chokes him to death.

B. Hrothgar and Beowulf attack Grendel with iron spears.

C. In one-to-one combat, Beowulf tears off Grendel's arm.

D. The companions of Beowulf attack Grendel with their swords.

Answer 1

Answer:

C)  In one-to-one combat, Beowulf tears off Grendel's arm.

Explanation:

Beowulf's men try to attack and kill Grendel with their swords, but Grendel has put a spell on their weapons. None of their swords are able to penetrate Grendel's flesh. Beowulf is finally able to wrench Grendel's arm out of its socket at the shoulder. This mortally wounds Grendel, and he runs off to die.