Question
Even though they did not take place in the story, which of these situations
would fit the story of Beowulf thematically2
A. Beowulf and Grendel meet and negotiate a truce.
OB. Grendel defeats Beowulf in the battle and presents his head to the
king.
C. Beowulf falls in love with a Scylding maiden and leaves without
fighting Grendel.
D. Beowulf brags abouthis great deeds before returning home
Answer
D. Beowulf brags about his great deeds before returning home would fit the story of Beowulf thematically.