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

2. What does Ibn notice the Northmen fear?
(a) Sunshine.
(b) Snow.
(c) Fog.
(d) Lightning.

3. What do Herger and Ibn do right before Ibn leaves?
(a) Slap each other in the face.
(b) Exchange swords.
(c) Trade war souvenirs.
(d) Grip each others' shoulders in friendship.

4. What happens the night before a funeral with the woman who will be killed to be placed with the dead man?
(a) She is drugged.
(b) She is tied to a stake during the celebration.
(c) She is raped by all the men.
(d) She is left for quiet meditation.

5. What do some of the horses manage to do with the fence?
(a) Knock it down.
(b) Jump it.
(c) Get their heads over it.
(d) Fall against it.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the warriors take with them when they leave to find the glowworm?

2. What are the caves where the warriors are going called?

3. What is the name of the Northmen's leader?

4. Why does Ibn's party stop after they leave the Oguz?

5. What type of tales does Ibn avoid?

(see the answer key)

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