Nibelungenlied Part 1 Summary: Siegfried's Role
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Who assists King Gunther in overcoming Brunhild's challenges?

  • Siegfried (correct)
  • Kriemhild
  • Brunhild
  • Hagen
  • What motivates Brunhild to plot revenge against Siegfried?

  • Her desire for the Nibelung treasure
  • Kriemhild's betrayal
  • Siegfried's assistance to King Gunther (correct)
  • An ancient prophecy
  • How does Hagen treacherously kill Siegfried?

  • By stabbing him in the back (correct)
  • In a duel
  • By challenging him to a hunting contest
  • By poisoning his drink
  • Who becomes aware of Siegfried's vulnerability and plots his demise?

    <p>Hagen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between Kriemhild and Siegfried?

    <p>Lovers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivates Hagen to kill Siegfried?

    <p>To protect King Gunther's honor and obtain the Nibelung treasure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Gunther unable to win Brunhild's hand in marriage?

    <p>Because of Brunhild's strength and challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Siegfried's advantage in overcoming Brunhild's challenges?

    <p>His invisibility cloak</p> Signup and view all the answers

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