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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. Who greets Sigurd at Gripir's hall?

2. How many heads does the old woman have?

3. How many pieces of wisdom does Sigrdrifa impart?

4. Which of the following items was not introduced by Thor?

5. Which is not an item away taken by Sigurd?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did Brynhild see in her dream?

2. What are Gunnar's thoughts regarding the possible loss of Brynhild?

3. How does Odin test Geirrod?

4. What does Sigrun's maid think when she sees Helgi riding into his grave?

5. How does Thor deceive the ogre?

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

7. What happened to Gudrun after she gathered Sigurd's body?

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

9. How does Gudrun proclaim her innocence?

10. What is the Edda's view on friendship?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many of the characters in the Eddas were obsessed with treasure. Treasure seemed particularly valuable if it was taken from a slain enemy or stolen. What kind of treasure was most often found by victors and common thieves? Who was well known for finding and taking treasure? Which character was the most successful and therefore the wealthiest from taking booty?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the gods Thor and Loki. Include examples of power, bravery and cunning in and out of battle.

Essay Topic 3

Thievery is a common theme in the Elder Edda. There are many lays and poems that contain tales of thievery among family as well as among enemies. Discuss the theft of treasures from family members versus fallen enemies. Which is the worst crime: stealing from your kin of from a man that you killed? Discuss the moral and practical implications of theft.

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