Vikings: Explore Their Raids, Settlements, and Cultural Impact

Question 1

Why did the Vikings raid and settle in Britain?

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Overpopulation and lack of resources in their homeland, leading them to seek new lands and plunder.

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A desire to spread Christianity and convert the British people.

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An invitation from the British king to help defend against other invaders.

Question 2

What is one way the Vikings influenced British culture?

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They left behind many words in the English language, such as 'berserk' and 'skull'.

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They introduced Christianity to Britain.

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They established a new political system in Britain.

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They had no lasting impact on British culture and society.

Question 3

Create a timeline of key Viking raids and settlements in Britain. Explain the significance of each event in shaping British history.

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793: Lindisfarne raid, the first major Viking attack on Britain.

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865: Arrival of the Great Heathen Army in East Anglia, marking the start of a sustained Viking invasion and settlement in Britain.

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1013: Battle of Ashingdon, Knut the Great defeats Edmund Ironside and becomes King of England.

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1066: Battle of Hastings, the Norman conquest of England.

Question 4

How did Viking religious beliefs and practices influence their choice of settlement locations?

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Vikings often chose to settle near holy sites or temples.

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Religion had no impact on Viking settlement choices.

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Vikings preferred to settle in areas with a strong Christian presence.

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Vikings only settled in areas where they could convert the local population to their religion.

Question 5

How did the Vikings become part of British society?

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They lived alongside the British people, sharing some customs and language.

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They kept to themselves and didn't mix with the British people.

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They quickly gave up their own ways and became completely British.

Question 6

How did Viking raids and settlements affect the environment and wildlife in Britain?

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Deforestation and soil damage from farming and logging

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More plant and animal variety from new species brought in

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Less pollution from reduced industry

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Cleaner water from better hygiene

Question 7

When we use archaeological evidence to learn about the Vikings, we need to be careful because:

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Archaeological evidence can be biased towards the rich and powerful Vikings.

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Archaeological evidence can be interpreted in different ways.

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Archaeological evidence only tells us about Vikings who lived in Britain.

Question 8

Which feature set the Vikings apart from the Anglo-Saxons in their military tactics?

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Vikings used longships to raid coastal areas, while Anglo-Saxons primarily fought on land.

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Vikings used shields in tight formations, unlike Anglo-Saxons who fought in loose groups.

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Vikings wore heavy armor, while Anglo-Saxons wore light armor.

Question 9

How did the Vikings' interactions with the Byzantine Empire help them grow?

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They gained access to new trade routes and expanded their business connections.

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They adopted Christianity and gave up their pagan beliefs.

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They were inspired by Byzantine architecture and used it in their own buildings.

Question 10

Viking society was divided into social classes. Which of the following lists the correct classes and their main roles?

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Jarls (leaders), Karls (freemen), and Thralls (slaves)

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Kings, Warriors, and Traders

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Nobles, Peasants, and Slaves

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Chieftains, Merchants, and Craftsmen

Question 11

How did the Vikings change the way people used money in Britain?

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They brought silver coins, which became the main type of money.

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They stopped using coins and traded goods instead.

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They didn't change the money system much, as they mostly used coins from other countries.

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They introduced a new way of counting money by tens.

Question 12

How did the Vikings' presence in Britain influence Anglo-Saxon art?

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Viking artisans shared new skills like wood carving and metalworking with Anglo-Saxon artists.

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Anglo-Saxon artists incorporated Viking designs and patterns into their own work.

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The Vikings had no impact on Anglo-Saxon art, as they were mainly interested in fighting and exploring.

Question 13

How did the Vikings' experiences in Britain broaden their perspectives and shape their ambitions?

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They realized there were other powerful groups with different beliefs and lifestyles.

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They believed they were destined to conquer Britain and beyond.

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They abandoned their beliefs and adopted Christianity.

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They decided to abandon their seafaring ways and settle in Britain.

Question 14

Which of the following was NOT a Viking advancement?

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The printing press

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The compass

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The wheelbarrow

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The longship

Question 15

What was the Vikings' religion before they converted to Christianity?

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Norse paganism

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Roman Catholicism

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Islam

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Buddhism

Question 16

Where did the Vikings mainly come from?

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Scandinavia

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Eastern Europe

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Central Asia

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Southern Europe

Question 17

What was a major advantage that helped the Vikings succeed in their raids?

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Skilled shipbuilding and navigation abilities

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Large armies and advanced weapons

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Permanent settlements in conquered territories

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Alliances with other nations

Question 18

What was a unique feature of Viking ships?

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Shallow draft for traveling in shallow waters

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Square sails for efficient sailing

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Large cargo space for transporting goods

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Cannons for naval warfare

Question 19

Which religious beliefs did most Vikings follow?

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Norse mythology

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Christianity

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Islam

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Buddhism

Question 20

Why did the Vikings attack Britain?

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To steal treasure and goods

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To find new land for farming

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To teach Christianity

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To fight against other Vikings

Question 21

Which of the following places was NOT a Viking trading center?

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Paris

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York

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Dublin

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London

Question 22

Who was the Viking explorer who discovered North America?

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Leif Erikson

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Erik the Red

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Christopher Columbus

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Marco Polo

Question 23

True or False: Vikings were skilled craftspeople who made beautiful jewelry and weapons.

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True

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False

Question 24

What was the primary reason for the Viking raids on Britain?

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To conquer and control new territories

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To establish trading partnerships

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To spread their religious beliefs

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To escape their homeland due to limited resources

Question 25

Which of the following was NOT a major Viking settlement in Britain?

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London

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York

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Dublin

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Winchester

Question 26

What was the name of the Viking ships that enabled their exploration and raids?

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Drakkars

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Galleys

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Cogs

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Caravels

Question 27

Which of the following was a significant cultural impact of the Vikings on British society?

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The introduction of new crops and farming techniques

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The use of runes for writing

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The development of a new legal system

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The establishment of a new religion

Question 28

Who was the famous Viking explorer who discovered Vinland (North America)?

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Leif Erikson

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Erik the Red

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Harald Hardrada

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Ragnar Lodbrok

Question 29

What was the name of the Viking ship?

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Karve

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Galleon

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Trireme

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Cog

Question 30

Which of the following was NOT a major Viking target in Britain?

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Canterbury

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Lindisfarne

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York

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Dublin

Question 31

What was the Viking settlement in York called?

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Jorvik

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Danelaw

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Wessex

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Mercian

Question 32

Did the Vikings only want to conquer and rule Britain?

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No

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Yes

Question 33

Which of the following is a misconception about the Vikings?

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They wore horned helmets

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They were cruel

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They were the first Europeans to find the Americas

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They were skilled shipbuilders

Question 34

Who led the Viking raid on Lindisfarne in 793 AD?

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Ragnar Lothbrok

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Ivar the Boneless

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Harald Bluetooth

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Erik the Red

Question 35

What was the main reason for Viking raids and settlements in Britain?

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To gain wealth and land

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To spread their religion

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To form political alliances

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To share their culture

Question 36

What was the name of the Viking settlement in York?

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Jorvik

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Danelaw

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Wessex

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Mercia

Question 37

When did the Viking raids and settlements in Britain mainly occur?

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8th-9th centuries

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7th-8th centuries

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10th-11th centuries

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12th-13th centuries

Question 38

Who led the Viking army known as the Great Heathen Army?

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Ivar the Boneless

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Ragnar Lothbrok

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Harald Bluetooth

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Cnut the Great

Question 39

What factors caused Viking settlements in Britain to differ in their appearance and purpose?

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The availability of resources and the local environment influenced the forms and purposes of Viking settlements.

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Vikings only settled near rivers for transportation.

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All Viking settlements were heavily fortified for defense.

Question 40

Who led the Viking raid on the monastery at Lindisfarne in 793 AD?

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Ragnar Lodbrok

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Erik the Red

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Sweyn Forkbeard

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Cnut the Great

Question 41

Which Viking king became a Christian and ruled England from 1016 to 1035 AD?

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Cnut the Great

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Erik the Red

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Harald Hardrada

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William the Conqueror

Question 42

Why is the Battle of Stamford Bridge in 1066 AD significant?

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It ended Viking rule in England

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It led to the Norman conquest of England

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It united the different Viking kingdoms

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It had no major historical impact

Question 43

What was the Viking name for the settlement they founded in York, England?

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Jorvik

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Dublin

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London

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Vinland

Question 44

How did the Battle of Hastings in 1066 affect the Vikings?

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It marked the end of Viking raids on England

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It weakened the Viking power in the North Sea

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It led to the establishment of a new Viking kingdom

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It had no significant impact on the Vikings

Question 45

Who was the Viking explorer who is believed to have reached North America?

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Leif Erikson

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Eric the Red

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Harald Hardrada

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Ragnar Lothbrok

Question 46

Which of these is NOT a cultural influence that the Vikings had on Britain?

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Belief in Greek gods

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The use of runes

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The design of longships

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Norse mythology

Question 47

Who was the Viking god associated with thunder and lightning?

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Thor

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Loki

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Odin

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Freyja

Question 48

What was the name of the Viking settlement that became the city of York in England?

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Jorvik

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Danelagh

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Vinland

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Wessex

Question 49

What was the name of the Viking ship found buried in the Oseberg Mound in Norway?

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Oseberg Ship

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Drakkar

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Knarr

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Gokstad Ship

Question 50

Which of the following was NOT a result of the Viking raids on Britain?

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Uniting Britain under one ruler

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Loss of life and destruction

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Weakening of Anglo-Saxon kingdoms

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Spread of Christianity

Question 51

How did the Vikings influence British farming?

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They brought new crops like rye and barley.

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They taught the Anglo-Saxons how to build ships.

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They introduced the use of iron ploughs.

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They taught the Anglo-Saxons how to raid other countries.

Question 52

How did the Viking raids impact Anglo-Saxon society?

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Anglo-Saxons joined forces to defend their land

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Anglo-Saxon leaders had less power

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Anglo-Saxon culture and knowledge improved

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The Viking raids had no lasting effects on Anglo-Saxon society

Question 53

Which source offers the most valuable insights into the daily lives of the Vikings?

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Archaeological discoveries

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Viking legends and myths

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Accounts written by outsiders

Question 54

What did the Vikings call the settlement that became the city of York?

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Jorvik

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London

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Danelagh

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Wessex

Question 55

Which type of boat did the Vikings use?

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Longship

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Trireme

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Junk

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Galleon

Question 56

Which Viking leader conquered England in 1016?

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Cnut the Great

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Erik the Red

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Ragnar Lothbrok

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Harald Hardrada

Question 57

What was the Danelaw?

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A Viking kingdom in northern England

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A Viking system for dividing land

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A Viking law code

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A Viking naval base

Question 58

What is the name of the old story about the Viking hero Beowulf?

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Beowulf

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The Odyssey

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The Iliad

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The Song of Roland

Question 59

How did the Vikings' beliefs in gods and myths shape their actions and behavior?

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Inspired them to explore and raid other lands

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Only affected their religious rituals

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Had no impact on their actions

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Limited their social interactions with other cultures

Question 60

How did Viking raids and settlements shape the languages and cultures of the regions they explored?

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Viking raids and settlements contributed to the emergence of new languages and cultural traditions.

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Viking raids led to the decline of local languages and cultures.

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Viking settlements had no significant impact on the languages and cultures of the regions they occupied.

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Viking cultural influences were confined to Scandinavia and did not extend beyond the areas they raided.

Question 61

Which factor did NOT contribute to the Viking raids on Britain?

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Spread of Islam

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Overcrowding in Scandinavia

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Search for resources and new lands

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Technological advances in shipbuilding

Question 62

Which was a major Viking settlement in Britain?

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York

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London

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Edinburgh

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Dublin

Question 63

What was the name of the Viking assembly where laws were made?

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The Althing

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The Witan

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The Duma

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The Reichstag

Question 64

How did the Vikings' knowledge of astronomy and navigation contribute to their success as explorers and traders?

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They used the stars and sun to guide their journeys at sea.

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They relied on detailed maps to plan their routes.

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They primarily sailed along the coastline for safety.

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They utilized compasses for precise navigation.