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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 kind of spell had been cast on Sigrdrifa?

2. What will cause the deaths of Regin and Fafnir?

3. How is Regin described?

4. A man should never be ashamed of which of the following?

5. Where do the chieftains gather after the murder of Hunding?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. How does Iormunrekk react to the news of the arrival of Sorli and Hamdir?

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

5. Why is Fafnir surprised at Sigurd's appearance?

6. Who were some of the casualties in battle? How did the deaths affect Sigrun?

7. What was seen in Glaumvor's dream?

8. What do the men do before going up against Sigurd?

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

10. How does Gudrun proclaim her innocence?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Many, even gods, sought answers to questions through prophecy. The Seeresses, Valkyries and other prophets were able to offer advice and even glimpses into the past and future. Discuss the importance of prophecy regarding love and battle. Were the prophets revered or shunned? Who was most likely to visit a prophet?

Essay Topic 3

The Norse people were known as being great warriors that frequently went on long journeys. Discuss travel and how it affected the Norse lifestyle. What did families do when the master of the house was gone for many months? Did the women of the house have the same power? Did the women ever travel? What types of things took place on the journeys? Give an example from one of the Eddas.

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