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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which animal sent out a warning?
(a) Otter.
(b) Raven.
(c) Serpent.
(d) Eagle.

2. Why was Gunnar so angry with Sigurd.
(a) Sigurd broke a promise.
(b) Sigurd took all the glory from a bloody battle.
(c) Sigurd stole away Gunnar's wife.
(d) Gunnar was jealous over Sigurd's horse.

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

4. In which country did the story begin?
(a) France.
(b) Denmark.
(c) Norway.
(d) Belgium.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Helgi when he kills Hunding?

2. The Edda features two birds conversing about Helgi. What kind of birds are they?

3. What kind of spell had been cast on Sigrdrifa?

4. Who is supposedly going to kill Sigurd?

5. Who became the stateliest of men?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Herborg's tale of woe?

2. Who were the three Valkyries found spinning near Wolf Lake?

3. What fates befall Gunnar and Hogni?

4. What topic does Freyia want to discuss? Why?

5. What story does Gudrun tell to Thiodrek?

6. What challenge does Hymir issue to Thor to prove his superior strength?

7. Which character turns into a eagle? Why does it happen? What is the bird's purpose?

8. What is the prophecy given by Freyia in regards to the gods?

9. What are Hogni's thoughts about the ring sent by Gudrun?

10. Why is Gudrun angry with her sons?

(see the answer keys)

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