The main reason Wiglaf thinks that he and his companions should help Beowulf fight the dragon is D. In the past, they had promised to repay Beowulf's kindness with their loyalty. Wiglaf feels a sense of duty to stand by Beowulf in his time of need, emphasizing the bond of loyalty between a lord and his warriors.
In Beowulf, what is the main reason Wiglaf thinks that he and his companions should help Beowulf fight the dragon?
A. Beowulf is too old and sick to fight
O B. Doing so will increase Beowulf's chances of victory.
C. By fighting, Beowulf's companions can claim shares in the monster's treasure
D. In the past, they had promised to repay Beowulf's kindness with their loyalty.
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