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In the story Beowulf why was no one else able to defeat Grendel?
No one else was able to defeat Grendel because he was protected by a magical charm that made him impervious to weapons from humans. Beowulf was able to defeat Grendel because he fought him with his bare hands, which allowed him to overcome the monster's defenses.
How does Beowulf plan to fight grendel?
save Hrothgar and the Danes from the monster
Why does Beowulf decide to fight Grendel unarmed?
Beowulf chooses to fight Grendel unarmed to prove his strength and courage. He believes that relying on his own abilities rather than weapons will demonstrate his prowess as a warrior. Additionally, Beowulf sees it as a way to fight Grendel on more equal terms, as Grendel does not use weapons either.
What were Beowulf's weapons against Grendel?
yes he used a shield to get close to the dragon it melted in the flames the that one dude came and helped then Beowulf was bitten by the dragon then he used a dagger to cut down the length of the dragon. so yes he used weapons
What was Beowulf's plan in fighting grendel?
Beowulf's plan in fighting Grendel was to use his strength and skill as a warrior to engage Grendel in hand-to-hand combat. He intended to defeat Grendel without weapons to prove his prowess and bravery.
When Beowulf refuse to use weapons to fight the monsters Grendel he reveals?
Beowulf's refusal to use weapons against Grendel demonstrates his bravery, strength, and determination to rely on his own physical prowess in defeating the monster. It also showcases his desire to face the enemy in a fair and honorable manner, highlighting his heroic qualities and code of honor.
What happens when Beowulf try to use his sword?
Doesn't work. The sword breaks against Grendel's skin, so Beowulf uses his mighty strength to twist Grendel's arm off.
Why does Beowulf have to battle Grendal with his bare hands?
Like many heroic battles the protagonist (Beowulf) must be compared to the antagonist (Grendel) in the most even physical level to demonstrate that he wins because his cause is just not because his technology is better. The same imagery is used in most westerns (the Morality plays of the American cinema) where it is the hero that brings "a knife to gun fight" to demonstrate that his innate goodness is his real strength. In this case Beowulf is the new hero of Christianity coming to the wilds of Scandinavia, Grendel is the evil holdover of the heathen past.
Why is Beowulfs sword useless in the battle against grendels mother?
Beowulf's sword is useless against Grendel's mother because her skin is too tough for it to penetrate. The sword shatters upon impact, leaving Beowulf vulnerable in the battle. Ultimately, it is Beowulf's strength and willpower that allow him to defeat Grendel's mother.
Beowulf must battle Grendel with his bare hands because -?
Beowulf chooses to battle Grendel with his bare hands to prove his strength and bravery, as well as to level the playing field since Grendel himself doesn't use weapons. Beowulf also sees it as a way to honor the tradition of heroism and to showcase his physical prowess.
Why did grendel's mother take his claw?
Grendel's mother took his claw as a symbol of her vengeance and to use it as a weapon against Beowulf and the humans who killed her son. It was a way for her to continue the cycle of violence and seek retribution.
How is Beowulf method of killing grendels mother ironic?
Beowulf kills Grendel's mother by using her own weapon, a giant's sword, against her. This is ironic because he defeats her with the very weapon she was planning to use against him. Additionally, he avenges Grendel's death by killing his mother in the same manner that Grendel killed Hrothgar's men.
