Question

the old norse word rannsaka means to search the house. what does the related english word ransack mean? to destroy to burn to loot to attack

Explanation:

The English word "ransack" has its etymological roots in the Old - Norse "rannsaka". "Ransack" means to search thoroughly, often with the intention of stealing or looting. Among the given options, "to loot" is the closest in meaning.

Answer:

to loot