Complete the sentence about Snorri Sturluson with the correct year: In ______, he became lawspeaker of the Althing, the only public office of the Icelandic commonwealth and a position of high respect.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. 1215
In 1215 he became lawspeaker of the Althing, the only public office of the Icelandic commonwealth. It was an appointment.
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