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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. Who aids Kjartan's brothers in seeking revenge?

2. What does Gudrun say about her behavior to her husbands to Bolli?

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

4. What will Gudrun give Thorgils in return for his actions?

5. What is the magical present that King Olaf gave Kjartan that is later stolen?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Gudrun extricate herself from marrying Thorgils?

2. Describe Gudrun and Thorkel's relationship?

3. What does Bolli do that surprises Kjartan?

4. When Kjartan refuses a gift from Bolli, what ensues?

5. Describe Ingibjorg.

6. What does Helgi do to Gudrun?

7. What happens to Gellir in the final chapters of the book?

8. Describe Snorri the Priest.

9. When Thorgils stays at Helgi's estate, what does Helgi do?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At the onset of the saga, the medium Gest has four prophecies, all of which come true. It would appear that Gudrun has little choice in her life if it is completely guided by destiny or fate.

1. Do you think Gudrun's life is controlled by destiny? Do you think everyone's life is controlled by destiny? Why or why not?

2. Discuss whether destiny and free will can both exist in a world. Use examples to illustrate your arguments.

3. If fate or destiny was stronger than individual choice, discuss why would anyone work towards a goal. Use examples to illustrate your arguments.

Essay Topic 2

Describe Melkorka. What is her role in the story? What was the author trying to accomplish by creating Melkorka's character in the Laxdaela Saga?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of chivalry. Identify at least two themes about chivalry in the Laxdaela Saga. Then cite an example to support your answer.

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