Pride in ones accomplishments was important to the Anglo-Saxon thegn. If so, why does Hrothgar say in Beowulf: do not give way to pride ?

A. Hrothgar believes it is important to stay focused on revenge.

B. Pride is one of the deadly sins.

C. Pride causes one to appear immodest.

D. Extreme pride can cause one to be overly secure and make mistakes.

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