Mythology Final review

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Who were the Norsemen?

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Peoples of Scandinavia (Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Iceland)

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What unique trait did 'Berserkers' have in Norse mythology?

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They were warriors who fought in a frenzy (spirit of Odin, possibly drugged).

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In Norse society, women were treated as equals and sometimes fought as ________.

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shield-maidens

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What is Yggdrasil in Norse mythology?

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The World Tree that supports nine worlds.

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What is Bifröst in Norse mythology?

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The Rainbow Bridge connecting the worlds.

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Who is Odin in Norse mythology?

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All-Father, god of wisdom, gave runes to men

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Which Norse god is known for wielding Mjölnir and is associated with Thursday?

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Thor

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Who is the trickster god responsible for Balder’s death in Norse mythology?

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Loki

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Heimdall is the guard of ________ and sounds his horn to start Ragnarok.

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Bifröst

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Valkyries are battlemaidens who choose who lives or dies and bring the victorious dead to ________.

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Valhalla