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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: Book 2 Part II Years of Prosperity .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are the two things that Grandmother asks Nonni to remember to do when he leaves Summerhouse, in Section 3?
(a) Treat woman kindly and always say your prayers.
(b) Always smell the flowers and never kiss a fool.
(c) Never be insolent to those below you and never treat any animal poorly.
(d) Tell your uncle that I love him and find a good woman to marry.

2. Who is Ingolfur?
(a) Asta's teacher.
(b) The Bailiff's son.
(c) Bjartur's new wife.
(d) The name of the cow.

3. How much money does Nonni send to Iceland for Gvendur?
(a) $10.
(b) $200.
(c) $50.
(d) $100.

4. What surprising thing does Bjartur ask the roadmen for in Section 4?
(a) A job.
(b) A bride.
(c) A headstone for Gunvor's grave.
(d) A husband for Asta Sollilja.

5. What does Nonni dream about in Section 2?
(a) Asta Sollilja's marriage.
(b) An elf-lady.
(c) Rosa's death.
(d) His own death.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Bukolla's calf in Section 2?

2. What does Bjartur offer Asta Sollilja as a consolation for going to Myri to get an education?

3. Who does Asta Sollilja say is "harder than father" (400) in Section 4?

4. Why does the Bailiff offer to take Asta Sollilja to Myri with him?

5. Who does Gvendur meet in Section 4?

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