FREE! Click here to Join FunTrivia. Thousands of games, quizzes, and lots more!
Paolini Christopher Quizzes, Trivia and Puzzles
Paolini Christopher Quizzes, Trivia

Christopher Paolini Trivia

Christopher Paolini Trivia Quizzes

  1. Home
  2. »
  3. Quizzes
  4. »
  5. Literature Trivia
  6. »
  7. Authors L-P

Fun Trivia
Christopher Paolini is best known for his "Inheritance" series, which includes the books "Eragon", "Eldest", "Brisingr" and "Inheritance".
49 Christopher Paolini quizzes and 686 Christopher Paolini trivia questions.
Sub-Categories:
Brisingr Brisingr (3 quizzes)
Eldest Eldest (6)
Eragon Eragon (23)
Eragon Ancient Language Eragon Ancient Language (5)
1.
  Murtagh's Visit to Gil'ead    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
The next quiz on Murtagh's travels!
Hello! If this is your first time doing a quiz of mine, have fun! If this is your second time than welcome back! I hope you enjoyed my latest quiz on Christopher Paolini's literature, and will enjoy this one as well.
Tough, 15 Qns, JayRam14, Nov 23 24
Tough
JayRam14
Nov 23 24
26 plays
2.
  Murtagh's Visit to Ceunon    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is based on Christopher Paolini's book "Murtagh" specifically when he went to Ceunon, and not on the character Murtagh himself. Regardless, enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, JayRam14, Oct 24 24
Average
JayRam14
Oct 24 24
45 plays
3.
  The "Inheritance" Cycle Characters   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 20 Qns
This is a quiz based on the characters in the "Inheritance" novels "Eragon" and "Eldest" by Christopher Paolini. Enjoy! Beware of spoilers.
Easier, 20 Qns, babyangel89372, Oct 22 13
Easier
babyangel89372
3155 plays
4.
  Eragon and Eldest    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Test your knowledge of Christopher Paolini's novels "Eragon" and "Eldest" with my quiz.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, roaringburn, Oct 25 08
Very Easy
roaringburn
1990 plays
5.
  The Inheritance Cycle    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about the "Inheritance Cycle" by Christopher Paolini. The "Inheritance Cycle" includes the three books; "Eragon", "Eldest" and "Brisingr".
Average, 10 Qns, abeerai, Feb 02 11
Average
abeerai
517 plays
6.
  The Travels of Eragon, Part 1    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is the first part of Christopher Paolini's "Eragon".
Average, 10 Qns, h8er_of_pain, Aug 23 11
Average
h8er_of_pain
666 plays
7.
  10 Questions on "Eragon" And "Eldest"    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a quiz based on Christopher Paolini's first and second books.
Average, 10 Qns, GOTO21, Aug 23 10
Average
GOTO21
3366 plays
8.
  The Ultimate "Eragon" and "Eldest" Quiz    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about the books, "Eragon" and "Eldest" by Christopher Paolini.
Average, 10 Qns, teash, Aug 23 10
Average
teash
3501 plays
9.
  Alagaesia    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a series of questions on the 'Inheritance' trilogy by Christopher Paolini. The first five are on 'Eragon', and the next five are on 'Eldest'.
Tough, 10 Qns, Rossell, Oct 10 08
Tough
Rossell
1725 plays
10.
  The First Two Books of "Inheritance"    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is about Christopher Paolini's "Eragon" and "Eldest", two of my favorite books. Good luck!
Average, 10 Qns, ginnnyweasley, Feb 07 08
Average
ginnnyweasley
1653 plays
trivia question Quick Question
Who is training Eragon to be a Rider in "Eldest"?

From Quiz "The First Two Books of "Inheritance""




11.
  Az Knurlan   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
This quiz is about Cristopher Paolini's dwarfs: their mythology, culture, history, beliefs and language. Test your knowledge of Helzvog's little creations.
Difficult, 15 Qns, Rossell, Jan 30 08
Difficult
Rossell
808 plays
12.
  "Inheritance" Characters    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz will describe a character from the "Inheritance" trilogy. The character may be described by appearance, role, or a quote.
Average, 10 Qns, bryza, Dec 26 11
Average
bryza
1906 plays
Related Topics
  Fantasy [Literature] (96 quizzes)

  Young Adult Fiction [Literature] (30 quizzes)


Christopher Paolini Trivia Questions
1. What was the first spell Brom taught Eragon?

From Quiz The Inheritance Cycle

Answer: Stenr Risa

Stenr Risa means "stone rise". This is the first spell taught to Eragon by Brom but the first spell used by Eragon is 'Brisingr' which means fire. Brom was mad at Eragon for using this spell because it drained away so much of Eragon's energy. He used it whilst they were fighting Urgals.

2. In "Eragon", what did Eragon name his dragon?

From Quiz Eragon and Eldest

Answer: Saphira

Eragon got the name of Saphira from Brom, and named her so because it really fit with Saphira's shimmering blue scales. Brom's dragon was also named Saphira.

3. We'll start with ranks. Now, in a dwarf clan, what is the difference between a 'grimstborith' and a 'grimstcarvlorss'?

From Quiz Az Knurlan

Answer: 'Grimstborith' means clan chief, while 'Grimstcarvlorss' means 'arranger of the house'.

This translation was given at the back of 'Eldest'. Anhuin was the grimstcarvlorss of the unfortunate clan, Durgrimst Az Sweldn rak Anhuin, which had suffered great losses at the hands of the Forsworn. Undin tells Eragon about them at Tarnag.

4. Book 1: Eragon Name the character who said the following words: "Fethrblaka, eka woehnata haina ono. Blaka eom iet lam."

From Quiz Alagaesia

Answer: Brom

This was in the Ancient Language. Translated into English: "Bird, I will not harm you. Flap to my hand."

5. How many rings are on the puzzle Orik gave to Eragon?

From Quiz "Eragon" And "Eldest"

Answer: 8

Eragon cannot figure out the puzzle until he is turned half-elf.

6. How many times bigger were the Beor Mountains than the Spine?

From Quiz The First Two Books of "Inheritance"

Answer: 10

Eragon didn't belive the mountains were that big, but once he saw them he believed.

7. At the end of "Eldest", which character does Eragon consider to be his father?

From Quiz "Eragon" and "Eldest"

Answer: Garrow

Morzan is his real father, but since Garrow raised Eragon, Eragon feels that he is more of a father to him.

8. Who stated "sometimes, there are no answers."?

From Quiz "Inheritance" Characters

Answer: Saphira

Saphira is a very wise dragon whom Eragon has learnt he shouldn't ignore, even if her comments are confusing.

9. In the prologue, what is the creature setting a trap?

From Quiz The Travels of Eragon, Part 1

Answer: A shade

The Shade is Durza, and he comes into the story twice at a later point. He comes at the prision in Gil'ead, and later still leading the Urgals in the attack on Tronjheim.

10. What is 'Du Namar Aurboda'?

From Quiz The Inheritance Cycle

Answer: Banishing of the names

It is the reason no one remembers Morzan's dragon's name. Galbatorix's second dragon escaped this punishment because he didn't choose to serve Galbatorix. Galbatorix killed his Rider and used powerful magic to twist the dragon's mind and make him obey Galbatorix.

11. What was the name of Eragon's mother?

From Quiz Eragon and Eldest

Answer: Selena

Eragon's mother is Selena. She left Eragon to grow up with his uncle, Garrow. Eragon only finds out why she did this at the end of "Eldest".

12. What property does the lethal form of Seithr oil have?

From Quiz Alagaesia

Answer: It dissolves and burns only living things or things that were living once, and not non-living items like metal.

Seithr oil was what the Ra'zac used to torture Garrow.

13. What ship do Roran and the rest of Carvahall sail on?

From Quiz "Eragon" And "Eldest"

Answer: The Dragon Wing.

The Dragon Wing is severely damaged by the time Roran reaches Surda.

14. What name means Misery?

From Quiz The First Two Books of "Inheritance"

Answer: Zar'roc

Eragon's sword was named Zar'roc. Brom stole the sword from Morzan's coffin and gave it to Eragon. Murtagh took Zar'roc from Eragon just before he told him they were brothers.

15. Where does Eragon live in the beginning of the book, "Eragon"?

From Quiz "Eragon" and "Eldest"

Answer: Outside of Carvahall

Eragon lives on a farm just outside of Carvahall with his cousin, Roran and his uncle, Garrow.

16. "May your swords always stay sharp." Who said this?

From Quiz "Inheritance" Characters

Answer: Brom

Did you know that Christopher Paolini was only 15 when he started writing 'Eragon'?

17. What does Merlock specialize in?

From Quiz The Travels of Eragon, Part 1

Answer: Jewelry

After Eragon discovers the stone, he unsuccessfully tries to sell it. When he gets home, he has to help fininsh all of the farm duties before the frost, and when they are done, the family waits for the traders. About a week later the traders come, and they go to Merlock, who tells them the stone is of questionable value. Of course, if he had known it was a dragon egg, he would have paid thousands for it.

18. Who were Saphira's parents?

From Quiz The Inheritance Cycle

Answer: Iormûngr and Vervada

Iormûngr had a Rider whereas Vervada was a wild dragon. Saphira tells Eragon that Iormûngr was an amazing and brave dragon and that she is proud to call him father.

19. Translate: "Du Fyrn Skulblaka".

From Quiz Alagaesia

Answer: The Dragon War

"Du Sundavar Freohr": The Death of Shadows. "Du Weldenvarden": The Guarding Forest "Du Gata Vrangr": The Wandering Path

20. How many ribs of Eragon's do the Ra'zac break?

From Quiz "Eragon" And "Eldest"

Answer: 3

It takes many weeks for Eragon to be able to spar with Murtagh again.

21. What was the new name for pain that Eragon came up with in "Eldest"?

From Quiz The First Two Books of "Inheritance"

Answer: The Obliterator

Eragon told this to Saphira. He called it that because when you are in pain you think of nothing else.

22. What does Arya do when Oromis shows her Eragon's fairth?

From Quiz "Eragon" and "Eldest"

Answer: Arya throws it on the ground and it breaks

The fairth shows Eragon's true feelings for Arya. She is afraid that Eragon's feelings will distract him from his training.

23. This gold dragon was hidden for many years. Who is it?

From Quiz "Inheritance" Characters

Answer: Glaedr

Glaedr was unknown to almost everybody but the elves.

24. After Roran makes his announcement, how much time is there before he leaves?

From Quiz The Travels of Eragon, Part 1

Answer: Two weeks

Roran leaves to get enough money to get married, and in the two weeks before he leaves, Eragon's connection with his dragon, Saphira, grows. Roran leaves the day the Ra'zac enter. If he had left any later, he would have been killed along with Garrow. Eragon wasn't killed by the Ra'zac at that point because he fled on Saphira.

25. What is the name of Orik's wife?

From Quiz The Inheritance Cycle

Answer: Hvedra

Hvedra welcomes Eragon as if he is her kin. She was described as very pretty with rosy cheeks. Their marriage was delayed due to Orik having to accompany Eragon to Du Weldenvarden.

26. In the book "Eldest", who did Murtaugh tell Eragon his father was?

From Quiz Eragon and Eldest

Answer: Morzan

Eragon found out about this from his brother, Murtagh, during the battle towards the end of "Eldest". Murtagh even swore it in the ancient language.

27. What is the difference between a magician and a witch?

From Quiz Alagaesia

Answer: A magician has magical powers while a witch's powers come from various potions, brews and herbs

There are five different types of magic performers: Sorcerers, Shades, magicians, witches and Riders. Each person's power comes from a different source.

28. Where do the Ra'zac live?

From Quiz "Eragon" and "Eldest"

Answer: Helgrind

Eragon runs into them in the citadel in Dras-Leona.

29. Who is the second of Horst's sons?

From Quiz "Inheritance" Characters

Answer: Baldor

Baldor lived in Carvahall, but fled with the rest of the village to escape Galbatorix.

30. Where does Eragon kill his first Urgal?

From Quiz The Travels of Eragon, Part 1

Answer: In Yazuac

After Garrow dies, Brom and Eragon chase after the Ra'zac, the ones responsible for this murder. Their chase leads them to Yazuac, a town in which, not long ago, every resident was brutally slaughtered by Urgals. There are two hanging behind, and they attack Eragon and Brom. Eragon kills them with magic.

This is category 11990
Last Updated Dec 21 2024 5:48 AM
play trivia = Top 5% Rated Quiz, take trivia quiz Top 10% Rated Quiz, test trivia quiz Top 20% Rated Quiz, popular trivia A Well Rated Quiz
new quizzes = added recently, editor pick = Editor's Pick editor = FunTrivia Editor gold = Gold Member

Teachers / educators: FunTrivia welcomes the use of our website and quizzes in the classroom as a teaching aid or for preparing and testing students. See our education section. Our quizzes are printable and may be used as question sheets by k-12 teachers, parents, and home schoolers.

 ·  All questions, answers, and quiz content on this website is copyright FunTrivia, Inc and may not be reproduced without permission. Any images from TV shows and movies are copyright their studios, and are being used under "fair use" for commentary and education.