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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Parts 40, 41, 42, 43, and 44.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Vainamoinen missing as he works with the wood Sampsa brought him?
(a) A helper.
(b) Three magic words.
(c) Iron hoops.
(d) Gum for caulking.

2. Who sets out the series of tasks Vainamoinen must complete if he is going to marry?
(a) Ilmarinen.
(b) The Maid of Pohja.
(c) Annikki.
(d) Louhi.

3. What does Vainamoinen ride on his journey?
(a) A magical elk.
(b) An burro.
(c) A magical salmon.
(d) A magical crow.

4. How do people respond to Vainamoinen's singing?
(a) They sing his songs to their children.
(b) They begin to weep.
(c) They go to their homes.
(d) They go into a frenzy.

5. What does Vainamoinen answer when he is asked where he is sailing to?
(a) He says he is sailing to Ilmarinen.
(b) He lies a first and then says he is sailing to Pohja.
(c) He says he is sailing home.
(d) He says he is sailing to the dawn.

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom does the little maid recount what she hears from Vainamoinen?

2. What does Joukahainen do when he meets Vainamoinen?

3. Where does Vainamoinen want to send his friend Sampsa at the beginning of part 16?

4. Whose help does Vipunen ask for, to help him get rid of Vainamoinen?

5. When Vainamoinen's finally arrives at his destination, how is his arrival first announced?

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