Heroine's Character

In the Grimms' "The Robber Bridegroom," the heroine is presented as a clever girl concerned with self-preservation. She makes sure to have a way back (using the peas and lentils to guide her), collects evidence to prove her accusations, and trusts her instincts. A clear example of her natural cleverness is the fact that her gut instincts told her she was being led into harm's way. For example, "when sunday came and the girl was supposed to leave, she became dreadfully frightened without knowing why." Because of this feeling, she made precautions so that she could get home.