How Odin Lost His Eye

What creatures lived in the branches of the ash-tree Yggdrasil according to the Norse mythology described in the text?

• A giant eagle, a hawk, four antlered deer, and two ravens

• A dragon, two wolves, and three crows

• A serpent, a bear, and five owls

• A lion, a vulture, and six rabbits

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What was the purpose of the magic water in the Urdrar-well beneath Yggdrasil?

• To keep the tree green and healthy

• To poison the roots of Yggdrasil

• To attract magical creatures

• To serve as a drink for the gods

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What was the treasure of wisdom guarded by Mimir?

• A golden apple

• A hidden well

• A magical sword

• A book of spells

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Why did Odin want to drink from Mimir's well?

• To gain strength

• To become the wisest being in the world

• To win a battle

• To live forever

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What did Mimir require in exchange for a draught from his well?

• Odin's promise to be loyal

• A treasure of gold

• A significant boon

• A secret from Odin

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What did Odin lack according to his own statement to Mimir?

• The strength of the giants

• The hidden wisdom of the deep

• The ability to fly

• The power of invisibility

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How did Mimir react when Odin asked for a drink from his well?

• He immediately agreed.

• He was indifferent.

• He was displeased.

• He laughed at Odin.

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What did Odin pledge to Mimir in exchange for a draught from the magic fountain?

• His sword

• His eye

• His crown

• His horse

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What immediate effect did drinking from the horn of the fountain of wisdom have on Odin?

• He became the ruler of Asgard.

• He became wiser than anyone else in the world except Mimir.

• He lost his ability to see.

• He gained the strength of ten men.

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What was the outcome of the quarrel between the Æsir and the Vanir?

• They continued to be enemies

• They destroyed each other's realms

• They made peace and exchanged hostages

• The Æsir enslaved the Vanir

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