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Bad guys in books: Try our villains in literature quiz!

Who doesn't love a truly great antagonist? Whether the baddie is a criminal mastermind, a revenge-obsessed archenemy, or even a good person who's having a bad day, we all love villains – at least in books. But how well do you know some of the great bad guys of literature? Take our quiz and find out!

17. In 'Beowulf,' the monster, Grendel, is descended from what Biblical villain?

Herod

Cain

Judas

Goliath
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