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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Appendix: The Mist Monsters, Sources, and A Factual Note on Eaters of the Dead.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the motive for Crichton to write "Eaters of the Dead"?
(a) For no reason at all.
(b) To win a bet with a friend.
(c) He wanted to write a book good for a movie.
(d) He wanted to write a scholorly book.

2. What do the wendols look like when not dressed for war?
(a) Short and hairy.
(b) Tall and very skinny.
(c) Large and muscular.
(d) Pretty much like the Northmen.

3. How many of the wendol does Ibn slay?
(a) One.
(b) Three.
(c) Four.
(d) Two.

4. What does Herger say is customary behavior for Vikings before a sea voyage?
(a) Visiting family and friends.
(b) Sleeping as much as possible.
(c) Drinking and sport with women.
(d) Praying in Odin's temple.

5. What does Crichton do about Ibn's speech?
(a) He does not mention Ibn's speech.
(b) Ibn's speech is derived from Greek.
(c) He tries to write the total opposite of Ibn's speech.
(d) Crichton attempts to mimic his speech.

Short Answer Questions

1. What language do Herger and Ibn share?

2. What is Trelburg?

3. Why doesn't Ibn leave Hurot?

4. What do the warriors follow?

5. What do some of the horses manage to do with the fence?

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