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