Question

(RL. 12.3) What did Beowulf do to Grendel's body when he found it in his mother's

lain?
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a) Gave it a proper burial.
b) Burned it to ensure it was gone for good.
c) Prayed over it, sending it to hell.
d) Cut off its head and brought it to Hrothgar as a trophy.

Answer 1

d) Cut off its head and brought it to Hrothgar as a trophy.

Step-by-step explanation:

he lair becomes brighter after Grendel's mother dies, and Beowulf is able to inspect his surroundings. He finds Grendel's body and, to take further revenge, he decapitates the corpse. ... The Geats return to Heorot Hall, taking Grendel's enormous severed head with them.