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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 was the land like that Thorvald and his men see to the west?
(a) Attractive and forested.
(b) White sandy beaches and many islands.
(c) Uninhabited.
(d) All of the above.

2. How does Bjarni spend the rest of his days?
(a) Farming with his father in Greenland.
(b) Sick in bed with the plague.
(c) As a pauper.
(d) Sailing the seas looking for that land.

3. Which of the following best describes the clothes of the prophetess Thorbjorg?
(a) Practical and common.
(b) Sparse and simple.
(c) Elaborate and ornate.
(d) Tattered and loose fitting.

4. What does Thorvald decide they should do when spring arrives?
(a) Build another ship for cargo.
(b) Return to Greenland to bring more people.
(c) Sail west along the coast to explore.
(d) Divide the group into exploration parties to head out in every direction.

5. What does Thorgunna ask of Leif?
(a) To spread Christianity.
(b) To stay in the Hebrides with her.
(c) To return with him to Greenland.
(d) To share the fortune he makes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What men come with Aud to Iceland?

2. What does Karlsefni offer Eirik to cheer him up?

3. Why does Karlsefni decide to go to Vinland?

4. What happens after the fight with Thorgest?

5. What does Aud have erected at Kross Hills?

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