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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many men does Thorgils take with him on his mission?
(a) 12.
(b) 10.
(c) 20.
(d) 15.

2. What does the small man who approaches Thorgils call himself?
(a) Thorleik.
(b) Killer-Hrapp.
(c) Helgi.
(d) Gudrun.

3. With whom does Gudrun trade houses with?
(a) Thorgerd.
(b) Bolli.
(c) Helgi.
(d) Snorri.

4. What does Olafsson give Thorleik?
(a) A book.
(b) A shield.
(c) A sword.
(d) An amulet.

5. What kills Kjartan?
(a) The "Leg Biter" blade.
(b) The great flood drowns him.
(c) The onset of dementia.
(d) The death of his wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose prophecy is completed by the death in Breidafjord?

2. Who is necessary to enact Gudrun's plan?

3. Who are two men that part of Thorgil's group?

4. Where is Kjartan ambushed?

5. What is the name of Gudrun's son?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the final prophecy regarding Gudrun?

2. How does Gudrun's plans relate to her son?

3. What evil act does Snorri the Priest commit?

4. What does Olaf the Peacock do after Kjartan's death?

5. Describe Gudrun and Thorkel's relationship?

6. After Kjartan dies, what happens to Hrefna?

7. What does Thorgend do to avenge Kjartan's death?

8. What happens to Bolli, Gudrun's son in the final chapters of the book?

9. How does Gudrun extricate herself from marrying Thorgils?

10. How does Thorgils get the help of other soldiers involved in Bolli's death?

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