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"Beowulf" is set in the 6th century in Scandinavia, specifically in Denmark and Sweden. "Grendel" by John Gardner is a reimagining of the Beowulf story and is also set in Scandinavia, around the same time period.

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Where is the setting of Beowulf and grendel?

The setting is 8th century Scandinavia


How does Beowulf catch grendel by surprise?

Beowulf catches Grendel by surprise by pretending to be sleeping, luring Grendel into attacking when he least expects it. This allows Beowulf to confront Grendel head-on and engage in a fierce battle.


What is grendels strength compared to in Beowulf?

Considering that Beowulf was able to defeat Grendel without any weapons or armor, Beowulf is much stronger. He ripped Grendel's arm off in the fight and Grendel fled.Also, Beowulf was very young at the time.


WHO or what are the three monsters Beowulf kills?

Beowulf kills Grendel, Grendel's mother, and a dragon in the epic poem Beowulf.


When did Beowulf kill grendel?

In the story of 'Beowulf the Warrior' Grendel is the very first monster that Beowulf encounters. After slaying Grendel, he destroys Grendel's mother and a dragon.


Who does Beowulf not fight?

Beowulf does not fight Grendel's mother until after he has defeated Grendel.


What it is about in Beowulf and grendel?

They fight each other. Beowulf kills Grendel.


Who is the poem Beowulf about?

Grendel, a monster that Beowulf slays, and Grendel's mother, whom Beowulf also slays.


How is the older Beowulf different from the Beowulf who slew grendel and his mother?

He needs to use a weapon this time.


What happens in Beowulf section X XIII?

Grendel attacks and Beowulf fights back with his bare hands, Beowulf rips off Grendel's arm, Grendel stumbles away to die, and Danes admire Beowulf's deed.


Why does Beowulf allow Grendel to slaughter one of the Geats before taking action?

Beowulf allows Grendel to slaughter one of the Geats to provoke Grendel into attacking him directly, as Grendel had been avoiding confrontation with Beowulf. Beowulf wanted to face Grendel head-on to prove his strength and heroism.


Beowulf pretended to sleep in order to take Grendel by surprise?

Yes, Beowulf pretended to sleep to lure Grendel into attacking him, as Grendel was known to attack while people were sleeping. This strategic move allowed Beowulf to surprise Grendel and gain the upper hand in their battle.