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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Eirik's Saga, Chapters 7 - 8, Karlsefni in Greenland, Karlsefni Goes to Vinland.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Einar?
(a) Gudrid's foster father.
(b) A very wealthy but mean man.
(c) A successful sea going trader.
(d) The local cheiftan.

2. In what way does Freydis first break her word?
(a) In what she pays the brothers.
(b) By directing them to take her places they do not expect.
(c) In her promises to share everything equally.
(d) In the number of men she takes on the trip.

3. What does Thorvald die of?
(a) A fall onto rocks.
(b) He is murdered by a shipmate.
(c) A wound in his armpit.
(d) A serious illness.

4. Who decides to further explore Vinland?
(a) Leif.
(b) Thorvald.
(c) Eirik.
(d) Thorir.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Thorhall go on the expedition to Vinland?

2. Who goes on the next exploration of Vinland in Eirik's saga?

3. Who gives the prophecy about Gudrid?

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

5. What happens after the fight with Thorgest?

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