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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Thrym's Poem (Thrymskvida) | The Lay of Volund (Volundarkvida).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For how many days is Grimnir tortured?
(a) 4.
(b) 12.
(c) 8.
(d) 2.

2. What is the name of the Swedish king's only daughter?
(a) Helge.
(b) Bodvild.
(c) Asgard.
(d) Brunhilda.

3. Foolish men often do which of the following?
(a) Travel alone.
(b) Sleep late.
(c) Drink until drunk.
(d) Speak when they know nothing.

4. Which item is requested by Loki when he arrives at Hymir's Hall?
(a) Mead.
(b) Water.
(c) A bed.
(d) Food.

5. To what does the first piece of wisdom refer?
(a) Guests.
(b) War.
(c) Gods.
(d) Women.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who lost a hand to Fenrir?

2. Where should men go thoroughly washed?

3. What is the name of the Swedish king?

4. What is the name of the ferryman?

5. What is the name of the all-wise giant?

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