Question

which lines from beowulf help develop the theme that a hero should win glory through acts of bravery? greetings to hrothgar. i am hygelac’s kinsman, / one of his hall - troop. (lines 142 - 143) ... sailors brought stories of the plight you suffer / in this legendary hall... (lines 146 - 147) so every elder and experienced councilman / among my people supported my resolve... (lines 150 - 151) now i mean to be a match for grendel, / settle the outcome in single combat. (lines 160 - 161)

Explanation:

The line "Now I mean to be a match for Grendel, / settle the outcome in single combat" shows Beowulf's intention to face a dangerous foe alone, an act of bravery that can lead to glory. The other options are about introductions, hearing of plight, and support for a decision, not acts of bravery for glory.

Answer:

D. Now I mean to be a match for Grendel, / settle the outcome in single combat. (lines 160 - 161)