Ch. 11: "The Story of Gerd and Freyr" Reading Check

What causes Freyr to fall in love with Gerd?

• A dream

• He sees her from Odin’s throne

• She saves him

• Loki introduces them

Who is Skirnir?

• Freyr’s brother

• Freyr’s servant and messenger

• Gerd’s father

• A frost giant

What does Freyr give Skirnir before sending him to Jotunheim?

• His sword

• His ship

• A golden apple

• A magic ring

What task does Skirnir perform for Freyr?

• Builds a bridge

• Delivers Freyr’s message of love to Gerd

• Guards Asgard

• Challenges Thor

How does Skirnir convince Gerd to meet with Freyr?

• Through kindness

• With threats and magic

• By offering treasure

• By promising her freedom

What date does Gerd set to meet Freyr?

• The next day

• After nine nights

• On Midsummer’s Eve

• She refuses completely

What is the symbolic meaning of Freyr’s sword?

• His wisdom and strength

• His loyalty to Odin

• His fear of Ragnarok

• His connection to Gerd

How does this story foreshadow Ragnarok?

• Freyr’s sword will cause Odin’s death

• Freyr’s loss of his sword ensures his defeat

• Gerd betrays him at Ragnarok

• Loki steals the sword later

What emotion dominates Freyr’s character in this story?

• Anger

• Desire

• Fear

• Pride

What theme does this myth teach about love and sacrifice?

• True love demands patience

• Desire can lead to loss and downfall

• Power always conquers emotion

• Gods never suffer for mortals