Norse Mythology Trivia Questions
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In Norse mythology, what precious metal did the goddess Freya weep tears of?
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gold
In Norse mythology, what type of animal was Ratatosk, a messenger that ran up and down the giant tree Yggdrasil?
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squirrel
What massive plant of the ash variety did Norsemen believe supported the universe?
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tree
Which Norse god possessed iron gloves, a belt of strength, and a magic hammer?
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thor
What is the name of the fierce maidens of Valhalla whose names mean shrieker or screamer?
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valkyries
Who is the Norse thunder god depicted as a middle-aged warrior with a red beard?
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thor
Which thunder gods hammer was a prominent motif in Viking jewelry?
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thor
What is the name of the heavenly hall where Odin receives the souls of slain heroes?
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valhalla
What is the name of the most famous palace located in Asgard, home of the Norse gods?
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valhalla
In Norse mythology, what brew, produced by the she-goat Heidrun, is a mixture of water and honey?
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mead
In Norse mythology, which god resides in the hall called Bilskirnir, meaning 'lightning'?
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thor
Which Norse god disguised himself as the goddess Freya to retrieve his hammer from the giant Thrym?
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thor
Which Norse god is the German weekday 'Donnerstag' named after, equivalent to Donar?
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thor
Which day of the week was named after the Norse god of thunder?
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thursday
What type of animal is Sleipnir, the mythical creature associated with Odin that has teeth inscribed with runes?
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horse
In Norse mythology, the she-goat Heidrun provides mead for the slain heroes of which hall?
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valhalla
Who is the thunder god whose wife Sif is the mother of Ull, the god of snowshoes?
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thor
In which hall does Gullinkambi, the golden rooster, awaken the Einherjar?
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valhalla
Which Norse god, renowned for his immense strength, served as the protector of peasants and farmers?
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thor
Which Norse god, known for his trickery, is the father of Hel, the goddess of the underworld?
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loki
What are the maidens called who choose which warriors should die and carry them to Valhalla on horseback in Norse mythology?
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valkyries
What is the name of the most magnificent hall in Asgard that is roofed with battle shields?
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valhalla
Who was the Norse trickster married to the hideous giantess Angerboda?
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loki
Which Norse god devised the scheme that ultimately caused Balder's death?
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loki
Which Norse ruler of the sky is known for his enormous appetite, including an instance when he tried to drink the sea dry?
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thor
How many guests attended the Valhalla banquet where Balder was slain?
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13
Which Norse god rides through the sky in a noisy chariot pulled by two enormous billy goats?
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thor
What is the term used for Odin's Maids who choose those to be slain in battle?
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valkyries
Which Norse god of mischief caused long winter nights by killing the god of sunlight?
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loki
Which Norse mythological figure is known for transforming into a salmon and playing in Franang's Falls?
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loki
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