8) Which BEST describes how the author of Beowulf draws from the biblical story of Cain and Abel?
A)
It uses the well known story of Cain to explain just
how awful Grendel is.
B
It extends the original story, creating a new addition
to the original biblical story.
C)
It rearranges the original story, showing readers that
the author rejects the original story.
D)
It creates a duplicate story, copying the biblical story
without adding or changing any of the details.
are

D)

It creates a duplicate story, copying the biblical story

without adding or changing any of the details.

are

Explanation:

If you are talking about Beowulf, then Grendel is the representation of Cain. He is descendant of Cain, who committed the first murder ever. Cain and Abel were Adam and Eve's sons, and since Cain was jealous of Abel, he killed his own brother. Thus, every descendant of his is cursed, which is why Grendel is a monster.

c

explanation:

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