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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Seven, The Kingdom of Rothgar in the Land of Venden.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the warriors beat their shields on the ship?
(a) To set up a rhythm for the rowers.
(b) To scare away the sea monsters.
(c) To scare any other ships in the area.
(d) To pray for good wind.

2. Where is Ibn sent on his journey?
(a) To the Egyptians.
(b) To Rome.
(c) To the Bulgars.
(d) To Alexandria.

3. In what does Ibn record his journey?
(a) In the university scolls.
(b) In his diary.
(c) An official court document.
(d) A book.

4. What does Thorkel want to do with Ibn?
(a) Have him initiated into the tribe.
(b) Kill him.
(c) Make him leave immediately.
(d) Take him to his village.

5. How does Ibn feel at first as he travels with the Northmen?
(a) Isolated and alone.
(b) Like he belongs in their group.
(c) Surrounded by kindred souls.
(d) As if he has never lived.

Short Answer Questions

1. From whom has a letter arrived where Ibn lives?

2. What kind of clothing do the Northmen wear?

3. What town does Herger point out to Ibn when they are on the ship?

4. Upon what river do several men and horses perish?

5. For what purpose does Ibn write?

(see the answer key)

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