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