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

Short Answer Questions

1. What will Brynhild do if her husband does not kill Sigurd?

2. The king bonds with which woman?

3. What is Gudrun's mother's name?

4. Where does Hyndla sleep?

5. Who else is involved in the accusation?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The tales in the Elder Edda are often repetitive. Some are retold in another point of view while others are almost identical to other poems. Explain the use of the repetition and why it was so common. Why do you think that the names and/or spellings sometimes changed from one account to the next?

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

Odin was well known for donning disguises whenever he was attempting to trick or test someone or otherwise hide his identity. Examine Odin's use of disguises. Explain why a disguise would be necessary for the father of all the gods. How successful was Odin with his deceptions?

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