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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. Who initializes the marriage between Karlsefni and Gudrid?
(a) Eirik the Red.
(b) Gudrid.
(c) None of the above.
(d) Karlsefni.

2. What do the lumps on the beach Thorvald sees turn out to be?
(a) Dead men.
(b) Upside down skin boats with men under them.
(c) Piles of sand hiding an ambush.
(d) Ruins.

3. Why did Thorhall go on the expedition to Vinland?
(a) Eirik no longer wanted him in Greenland.
(b) To protect Eirik's son Thorvald.
(c) He had considerable experience in wild regions.
(d) Karlsefni invited him along for his hunting skills.

4. What do Leif and his men find on the return trip to Greenland?
(a) Another large and bountiful island.
(b) A group of people stranded on a reef.
(c) An abandoned ship they manage to take home as well.
(d) A strong current that makes the trip fast and easy.

5. What does the king of Norway ask Leif to do upon his return to Greenland?
(a) Act as his embassador to Greenland.
(b) Claim Vinland for Norway.
(c) Spread Christianity.
(d) All of the above.

Short Answer Questions

1. What drives the natives away from their second visit?

2. Why does Karlsefni decide to go to Vinland?

3. What does Freydis tell people in Greenland happened to the brothers?

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

5. Why is Thorbjorn not in the house during Thorbjorg's visit?

(see the answer key)

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