This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Eirik's Saga, Chapters 9 - 11, Thorhall Breaks Away, Karlsefni Goes South, The Skrælings Attack.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Leif Eiriksson described?
(a) Strong, impulsive, and violent.
(b) Intelligent, ambitious, and proud.
(c) Strong, shrewd, and moderate.
(d) Loyal, impulsive, and tempermental.

2. Why does Leif deny Thorgunna what she asks of him?
(a) He doesn't think it will be possible.
(b) She is too unwell.
(c) She had too many kinsmen who would disapprove of his abducting her and hunt him.
(d) He does not want to antagonize Eirik.

3. How does Einar go about seeking the hand of Gudrid?
(a) He lavishes her with gifts.
(b) He leaves determined to seek his fortune.
(c) He expresses his devotion to her.
(d) He sends his friend Orm to plead his case to Thorbjorn.

4. Why does Eirik name the land he discovered "Greenland"?
(a) Because the rocks and glaciers have a greenish tint.
(b) Because there was lush green grass around the coast.
(c) To attract people there.
(d) To give homage to the god of crops.

5. What was the general division of people between the two ships that travel with Karlsefni to Vinland?
(a) Pagans on one and Christians on the other.
(b) None of the above.
(c) Karlsefni and his crew of Icelanders on one, Greenlanders on the other.
(d) Karlsefni's seamen were split evenly between the two ships to increase the chances of both arriving safely.