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Quiz about Language of Power Eragon and Eldest
Quiz about Language of Power Eragon and Eldest

Language of Power: "Eragon" and "Eldest" Quiz


This is a quiz on the ancient language, or language of power, used frequently in "Eragon" and "Eldest".

A multiple-choice quiz by milky54. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
milky54
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
231,433
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
2035
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Question 1 of 10
1. This quiz is simple; I say the phrase in the ancient language, you tell me what it means in English. I'll start off with... "Brisingr!" Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. What does "argetlam" literally mean in the ancient language? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. In the ancient language, "jierda" means which of the following? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Which of the following is the correct translation of "Du Vrangr Gata"? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. "Du Weldenvarden", in the ancient language, means "Elves' Homeland."


Question 6 of 10
6. What is the proper translation of the word "Shur'tugal?" Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. In the ancient language, what does "deloi" mean? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. If my hands are covered with "blödh", what colour are they? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. In the ancient language, what does "Varden" mean? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. What is the proper translation for the word "slytha?" Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. This quiz is simple; I say the phrase in the ancient language, you tell me what it means in English. I'll start off with... "Brisingr!"

Answer: Fire

Brisingr is the word that Eragon used to light Zar'roc's blade aflame in "Eragon", using the sword to slay the Shade Durza and win the battle of Farthen Dur.
2. What does "argetlam" literally mean in the ancient language?

Answer: Silver hand

"Argetlam" is a term frequently used by others as a term of respect for Eragon. Silver hand is a reference to his gedwey ignasia (shining palm), the mark on his hand where he first touched Saphira.
3. In the ancient language, "jierda" means which of the following?

Answer: break or hit

Jierda is a spell Eragon uses frequently, both to break Urgal's necks and legs.
4. Which of the following is the correct translation of "Du Vrangr Gata"?

Answer: The path wandering

Du Vrangr Gata is a group of magic users, previously commanded by the twins. Trianna, a powerful sorceress, is now their leader, and is put on a mission to create lace to help fund the war efforts against the Empire.
5. "Du Weldenvarden", in the ancient language, means "Elves' Homeland."

Answer: False

Du Weldenvarden actually means "The Guarding Forest." Du Weldenvarden is a forest in the northern part of Alagaesia in which the Elves reside.
6. What is the proper translation of the word "Shur'tugal?"

Answer: Dragon rider

Shur'tugal is a word that Eragon used to help get him into the Varden when stuck on the banks of Kostha-merna, on the front steps of the Varden.
7. In the ancient language, what does "deloi" mean?

Answer: Earth

Deloi is usually used in combination with other words to make a spell workable. For example, "thrysta deloi" means compress the earth.
8. If my hands are covered with "blödh", what colour are they?

Answer: Red

The word "blödh" sounds like the English word "blood" and that's what it means. It can be used as a composite word like "blödhren" which means "blood-oath" or "blödhgarm" which means "blood-wolf".
9. In the ancient language, what does "Varden" mean?

Answer: The warders

The Varden are a group of civilians that oppose Galbatorix and his Empire. They are made up of thousands of people and are based in Farthen Dur during "Eragon", but move to Surda in the book "Eldest."
10. What is the proper translation for the word "slytha?"

Answer: Sleep

Slytha is the word Eragon uses to cause the warrior in Gil'lead to fall asleep, after Murtagh's plea to save him. I hope you enjoyed my quiz!
Source: Author milky54

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