Question

Even though they did not take place in the story, which of these situations would fit the story of Beowulf thematically?Beowulf falls in love with a Scylding maiden and leaves without fighting GrendelB.

The king double-crosses Beowulf by telling Grendel of the planC.
Unferth challenges Beowulf again, and the two fight to the death.D.
Grendel defeats Beowulf in the battle and presents his head to the king.

Answer 1

The scenario where Unferth challenges Beowulf again, leading to a fight to the death, is thematically consistent with the story of Beowulf, as it aligns with the poem's central themes of heroism, honor, and rivalry.

Step-by-step explanation:

The student has asked which situation would fit thematically with the story of Beowulf. Among the options provided, the one that fits thematically is Unferth challenges Beowulf again, and the two fight to the death. This scenario aligns with the themes of heroism, honor, and rivalry that are central to the epic poem. In contrast, the options where Beowulf falls in love and leaves without fighting, the king betrays Beowulf, or Grendel defeating Beowulf, deviate from the poem's themes of courage and the triumph of good over evil.