Icelandic Language and Literature
  • 1. Who is considered one of the most famous Icelandic authors?
A) Jane Austen
B) Halldór Laxness
C) Ernest Hemingway
D) J.R.R. Tolkien
  • 2. Which genre is the Icelandic medieval literature primarily known for?
A) Thriller
B) Sagas
C) Romance
D) Science Fiction
  • 3. What is the name of the volcano that erupted in Iceland in 2010 causing widespread disruption?
A) Eyjafjallajökull
B) Mauna Loa
C) Vesuvius
D) Mount St. Helens
  • 4. Which of these is a traditional Icelandic holiday celebrated in midwinter?
A) Diwali
B) Þorrablót
C) Carnival
D) Thanksgiving
  • 5. What is the traditional Icelandic fermented shark called?
A) Ceviche
B) Sushi
C) Kimchi
D) Hákarl
  • 6. In Icelandic, what does 'takk fyrir' mean?
A) Thank you
B) Please
C) Hello
D) Goodbye
  • 7. What is the most famous hot spring in Iceland?
A) Blue Lagoon
B) Red River
C) Green Lake
D) Yellow Pool
  • 8. What is the traditional Icelandic woolen sweater called?
A) Lopapeysa
B) Hoodie
C) Poncho
D) Cardigan
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