Of the choices below, which is the best answer for why the author of Beowulf chooses not to use weapons in his battle against Grendel? a) He just chugged an entire Monster energy drink before walking into the mead hall.

b) All of the Geats' weapons are still on the ship off the coast of Denmark.

c) He knows that his "song" will be greater if he proves his mettle without the use of them (and Grendel does not use weapons, either).

d) He left his sword Hrunting with Unferth.