Question

Which statements accurately compare Beowulf and Grendel? Check all that apply.

Answer 1

Answer: Beowulf is sympathetic to the humans, while Grendel shows the monster’s perspective; Beowulf is a contemporary version of an old tale, while Grendel is based on oral tradition.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer: Beowulf is sympathetic to the humans, while Grendel shows the monster’s perspective; Beowulf is a contemporary version of an old tale, while Grendel is based on oral tradition.

Explanation:

            Both works are written in an Old English poetic style: There is just one work - Beowulf;

           Beowulf characterizes Grendel as bloodthirsty, but Grendel shows Grendel’s gentler side.  - Grendel is a monster;

           Beowulf is sympathetic to the humans, while Grendel shows the monster’s perspective. Yes, it is a monster;    

           Both works focus primarily on the hero, Beowulf. -  There is just one work - Beowulf;

          Beowulf is a contemporary version of an old tale, while Grendel is based on oral tradition.  - Beowulf is the hero of the work; Grendel in Norse mythology, Grendel is a monstrous character.