"Don't look so bored. Imagine how I must feel."

After "reading" any good piece of literature (or even film, for that matter), we are often left with that memorable scene that speaks to us in some way.  Perhaps it crystallized the character or theme for you, or articulated a philosophy of life that is important to you, or even just made you laugh or cry.  What is one of those scenes from Grendel that you will probably long remember (and Why?)?

The world is but a question, inscribed in our souls

We all have particular, specific questions about the text that we ask in order to better understand the characters, plot, and message.  If you have any of these types of questions, pose them here and offer an idea or two in response -- "Reactions to Grendel" (Ex.: Why does Grendel's mother have no name? Why does Grendel meet the Dragon? Why is he fascinated with Wealtheow, Unferth, the Shaper? What is this story really about? Is this a story about the power of our democratic society or about the destructive nature of man? About Hope and a Higher Purpose or Existentialism?)  You may also respond to others' questions here.