.. they could hack at Grendel From every side, trying to open A path for his evil soul, but their points
Could not hurt him.
(lines 370-373)
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A. to kill him
B
to help him escape
C. to turn his soul to God
D. to drive him out of the hall
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The best paraphrase of the underlined words "to open a path for his evil soul" in the context of the excerpt from Beowulf would be:
D. to drive him out of the hall.
This choice captures the intent behind attacking Grendel, which is to eliminate him and his malevolent presence, rather than suggesting an escape or salvation.
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