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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Regin's father?

2. Gripir assures Sigurd that he will always be thought of as a:

3. How old was Helgi when it was decided he would go into battle?

4. What is the name of the Swedish king?

5. Who does not share in the feast?

Short Essay Questions

1. What confession is made by Vingi? Who is Vingi?

2. What things are promised to Frodi from the grinding of the magic grindstone?

3. What warning does Fafnir give to Sigurd regarding the treasure? How does Sigurd react to the warning?

4. What is offered to Gunnar and Hogni in exchange for their presence at Atli's hall?

5. Who is Gripir? What is Gripir's role in the Edda?

6. How does the accusation against Gudrun occur?

7. Why is it that Guthorm will not be blames for breaking the blood oath?

8. Explain the death of Hunding at Helgi's hand and the consequences.

9. According to the Seeress, who will avenge Baldr?

10. How does Oddrun react to finding Borgny in labor?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many battles meant that there were many great rulers. The throne often changed hands, father to son, from the conquered to the victor. Choose at least five rulers mentioned in the Eddas. Compare and contrast their power, prowess, and integrity.

Essay Topic 2

Sigurd's and Brynhild's deaths bring about the aspect of Norse life regarding burial rites. Compare and contrast the burial rites of a hero versus a peasant. What is the major difference? Who typically handles the burial rites? Who was in charge of the funerals for Sigurd and Brynhild?

Essay Topic 3

As in most literature, love triangles are often the cause of pain and death. The same is true in the Eddas. In some cases, there is no actual infidelity, only the desire to have another's mate for your own. Discuss the moral implications of thought versus deed in regards to infidelity.

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