From which fact in Beowulf can the reader infer that Beowulf is honorable?

Question

A. Beowulf refuses to use weapons because Grendel uses none.
B.
Beowulf vows to ambush Grendel and destroy the monster.
C.
Beowulf is the strongest of the Geats.
D. Higlac is Beowulf's cousin.

Answer 1

The fact from Beowulf that allows the reader to infer that Beowulf is honorable is:

A. Beowulf refuses to use weapons because Grendel uses none.

This decision demonstrates his sense of fairness and honor in battle, as he wants to fight Grendel on equal terms.