L+L Chapter 2

Which of these shows that Bjorn is growing up?

• He is learning to be a warrior and helping his father.

• He spends all day playing with friends.

• He is learning to cook and sew.

• He decides to stay home forever.

Why is Bjorn leaving his homeland and going to Iceland?

• He wants to find treasure.

• He is escaping a conflict in his homeland.

• He wants to visit his grandparents.

• He is tired of working in the forge.

Which Norse god was the father of the gods?

• Freyr

• Tyr

• Odin

• Thor

What does the story tell us about Viking beliefs?

• They believed in only one god.

• They worshipped many gods.

• They did not believe in any gods.

• They only worshipped Odin.

Why were Vikings called Norsemen?

• It means “brave warriors.”

• It means “northern men.”

• It means “sea travelers.”

• It means “strong fighters.”

What job was Bjorn’s father skilled at?

• Farming

• Trading

• Blacksmithing

• Fishing

Why was a sword important to the Vikings?

• It was used only for decoration.

• It was important for battles and passed down in families.

• It was only used for hunting animals.

• It was made of gold and never used.

How would you describe Bjorn’s father?

• Weak and afraid

• Kind and gentle

• Strong, wise, and proud of his work

• Always angry and upset

What has Bjorn been learning for three years?

• How to sail a ship

• How to farm the land

• How to work as a blacksmith

• How to read Viking stories

Which of these were Viking boys and girls expected to do?

• Boys learned to fight or farm, and girls helped in the home.

• Boys and girls had no responsibilities.

• Both boys and girls became blacksmiths.

• Boys and girls only played all day.