Hrothgar looks at the hilt Beowulf gives him. It is

etched with images of history.

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Hrothgar promises Beowulf friendship for-ev-

er.

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Hrothgar tells a story about kind

Heremod.

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Lessons learned: 1. Life is a fragile

thing.2. No life is

immune to danger.

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The warriors feast and rest.

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Hrethric (Hrothgar’s son) and Beowulf can

be allies

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The Geats sail back to Hygelac

and their kingdom.

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Queen Hygd—Hygelac’s wife—is

introduced.

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Beowulf and his men are

welcomed and share stories about their experience.

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Beowulf then tells about Grendel’s

mother.

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There is an exchange of gifts.

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