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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Oddrun?

2. Who did Brynhild accidentally kill?

3. How many days does the battle last with Atli?

4. How many men did Atli lose in the battle?

5. On who does Brynhild place blame for greed?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Loki is one of the most famous characters in Norse mythology as well as being extremely powerful. However, stories are often conflicted about Loki's true nature. Write your opinion regarding Loki's character. Was Loki a trickster or a devil? Was Loki mischievous or evil? Give examples of some of Loki's acts.

Essay Topic 2

The stories of the widows at Sigurd's grave show clearly that it was common for people to have a great number of marriages. Having children in each marriage was also common. Discuss the reason for the large number of marriages. How did the marriages typically end? Were the marriages formal or based on an informal commitment? What would be an average number of marriages per person based on the information given?

Essay Topic 3

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

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