Think you’ve got your head wrapped around Grendel? Put your knowledge to
the test. Good luck — the Stickman is counting on you!
Q. Hrothgar's meadhall, Hart, represents
Wealtheow's dowry
Hrothgar's power and might
Happiness
Grendel's heritage
Q. The dragon is more than just big and scary. He also represents
Greed
Strength
Confidence
Righteousness
Q. Gardner uses the Zodiac to remind us that
Grendel is superstitious
Religion is ineffective
Time is repetitive and relentless
The Danes should consult the stars more
Q. The Shaper creates some wicked lyrics. He also stands for
Beauty
Human creativity
Prejudice
All of the above
Q. The oak roots that Grendel sees in visions might refer to
The agricultural nature of Danish society
Grendel's desire to go vegetarian
A Norse myth of creation
The woods around Grendel's cave