Identify two kennings associated with Grendel. How do these phrases convey the poet’s attitude toward the character

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Identify two kennings associated with Grendel. How do these phrases convey the poet’s attitude toward the character

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Asked by Joud H #584741 on 9/16/2019 4:56 PM

Last updated by Maria H #931666 on 9/23/2019 4:10 PM

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Answered by jill d #170087 on 9/16/2019 7:15 PM

Grendel is referred to as a "terror-monger," which is a kenning that conveys the fear evoked by Grendel. He is also described as a "hell-serf," which illustrates his position as servant and devotee of Satan. Both kennings enhance the the overriding depiction of Grendel as evil.

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Answered by Maria H #931666 on 9/23/2019 4:10 PM

@jill d #170087 can you please specify the lines that mention Grendel as terror-monger and hell-serf?

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