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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. What does Thorbjorg do for Gudrid?
(a) Tells her future.
(b) Blesses her.
(c) Promises the wealthiest man in the land.
(d) Makes her a beautiful dress.

2. What does Herjolf take with him when he emigrates to Greenland?
(a) Many boats of goods.
(b) Weapons.
(c) A Christian.
(d) A plague.

3. How long does Eirik spend exploring Greenland?
(a) Three years.
(b) Twelve years.
(c) Two weeks.
(d) Six months.

4. Why does Gudrid not want to help Thorbjorg?
(a) Thorbjorg scares her.
(b) She is shy.
(c) She considers the work beneath her.
(d) Because she is a Christian.

5. What does Aud have erected at Kross Hills?
(a) Crosses.
(b) A small cottage for her to live in.
(c) A statue of her son.
(d) A shrine to the ancient gods.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Thorstein's ship next put in to land after it leaves Eiriksfjord?

2. What does Thorkel prepare for Thorbjorg before her arrival?

3. How do Thorstein and his men spend the summer?

4. What happens when Eirik requests his possessions back from Thorgest?

5. Where does Thorhall end up?

(see the answer key)

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