Characters
Quotes
Background
Plot
Vocabulary
100
They had the gold originally.
The river nymphs.
100
"My father was a dwarf, and he belonged to a race of dwarfs called the Nibelungs."
Mimi
100
What language was this written in originally?
German
100
Who are the 3 people/creatures that Siegfried fights?
Dragon, Fafner-Dragon, and Brunhilda.
100
What is a vassal?
A Knight that is in debt to a king for his war/battle/fighting services.
200
He stole the gold from the nymphs.
Alberich
200
"A curse upon the gold! Death to all its possessors!"
Alberich
200
Who is the author?
It isn't accredited to anyone.
200
Who plots Siegfried's death? Why?
Brunhilda, and because she felt slighted/wronged by him.
200
What is indirect characterization?
Using thoughts, words, actions, and how others respond to imply a character's character.
300
Brunhilda is a _________. (Race)
Walkyrie
300
"The falcon signifies a noble man who will win you for his bride; but the two eagles stand for two powerful enemies, who will cause his death."
Uota
300
What are the 2 countries that are predominantly involved?
Ireland, Burgundy
300
What two punishments did Wotan give Brunhilda?
She had to marry a mortal, and leave Wallhalla.
300
What is the definition of theme?
It is the overall idea present in a work.
400
Who is Gunther's partner in crime?
Siegfried
400
"If you are indeed innocent, you need not fear to stand in the presence of the dead."
Krimehild
400
Who put the story together?
Gertrude R. Schottenfels
400
What is the plan that Hagan, Gunther, and Brunhilda come up with?
They tell him of a false war summon, and Hagan tricks Krimehild into sewing a stich over his weak spot.
400
What is the definition of symbol?
An object that stands for something else. Snake = Evil
500
Who ends up with the ring at the end of the story?
Hager
500
"Go back, go back, and do not come thisway, for here lies the body of a dead warrior."
Waiting Maid
500
What time period, roughly, was it written in?
Historians believe it was written between 1180 and 1210 CE
500
How does Kriemhild have her revenge?
Both men involved in her husband's death are captured, and they are beheaded for failing to disclose where the treasured ring is.
500
What is the definition of fable?
Showing people traits using animals.
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