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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21-30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the Laxdaela Saga occur?
(a) Fatherland of France.
(b) Monarchy of England.
(c) Kingdom of Norway.
(d) Kingdom of Sweden.

2. What is the name of Olaf's own son?
(a) Kjartan.
(b) Gudrun.
(c) Snorri.
(d) Bolli.

3. What are the factors by which the land along the west coast is divided among the family in Chapters 1-10?
(a) Scale, vicissitude and markings.
(b) Tree cover, leaves and pine cones.
(c) Length, width and height.
(d) Heritage, character and class.

4. Who is Jorunn?
(a) The daughter of a wealthy farmer.
(b) The son of a wealthy industrialist.
(c) The daughter of a poor shepherd.
(d) The son of a poor blacksmith.

5. What are the two men growing up in Olaf's household known for?
(a) Bootlegging and thievery.
(b) Good looks and poetic speech.
(c) Courage and strength.
(d) Artistic work and cooking.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who represent the lowest rungs of Icelandic society?

2. Since Hoskuld is growing old, to whom do the people turn their attention to?

3. Of the two men who grow up like brothers in the same household, which is more powerful?

4. When Hrapp of Hrappstead dies, who does his estate go to?

5. How does Olaf receive a share of Hoskuld's estate?

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