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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Lay of Atli (Atlakvida).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is not mentioned in this Edda?
(a) Bryhild.
(b) Gunnar.
(c) Geirrod.
(d) Hogni.

2. Why was Gunnar so angry with Sigurd.
(a) Sigurd stole away Gunnar's wife.
(b) Sigurd took all the glory from a bloody battle.
(c) Sigurd broke a promise.
(d) Gunnar was jealous over Sigurd's horse.

3. What is the name of the forest promised to Gunnar and Hogni?
(a) Mirkwood.
(b) Wolfwood.
(c) Asgard.
(d) Miragnac.

4. What surrounds the gift?
(a) Blood.
(b) Raven feathers.
(c) Dragon teeth.
(d) Wolf hair.

5. Who is sent to spend the winter at King Svafnir's hall?
(a) Helgi.
(b) Svava.
(c) Atli.
(d) Franmar.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Helgi Hiorvard's title?

2. Which character turns into a bird?

3. What is Atli's payment for his misdeeds?

4. Who will supposedly be turned into stone at the harbor?

5. Who does not share in the feast?

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