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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the Solan Goose?
(a) Roasted young goose.
(b) Russian duck.
(c) Bicycle for two.
(d) Swedish ship.

2. What political persuasion describes Thomas Vass?
(a) Socialist.
(b) Tory.
(c) Conservative.
(d) Liberal.

3. What do the knight and his squire eat on the way to their destination in Chapter 2?
(a) Oatmeal, salt herring and whatever they can find on the road.
(b) Scottish shortbread, tea and crumpets.
(c) Fresh boar, pork sausage and soft white biscuits.
(d) Dried bear meat, cherries and hot scones.

4. How long does it take for Thorfinn to make the journey back to Norday Island from the Eastern Empire?
(a) Two days.
(b) Two years.
(c) Six months.
(d) Ten years.

5. When Sir James MacTavish arrives at the monastery what are the monks doing?
(a) Preparing to escape.
(b) Archery.
(c) Engaged in battle.
(d) Singing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the Varingers fed on a daily basis?

2. Scottish is a fusion of what two languages?

3. Who is the poorest man in Norday?

4. Who sails to Byzantine with Earl Rognvald of Orkney?

5. Who is the chief body guard of Prince Boris?

(see the answer key)

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