Vikings in Britain: Raids, Settlements, and Impact on British History

Question 1

How did the Vikings influence the language spoken in Britain?

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They introduced new words like 'berserk' and 'skull'.

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They forced everyone to speak a new language called 'Viking'.

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They had no impact on the way people spoke.

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They created a new language that combined English and Viking.

Question 2

Which weapon did Vikings often use in battles?

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Sword

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Spear

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Bow and arrow

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Gun

Question 3

What made Viking ships especially helpful for their raids and trading?

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They were fast and easy to steer, letting them travel up rivers and along coasts.

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They were large and could carry many warriors and supplies.

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They were made of a special wood that protected them from attacks.

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They had weapons on them, making them dangerous in battle.

Question 4

How did Viking communities make important decisions?

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Viking communities had a council of experienced and respected elders called the 'Thing' that made decisions for the community.

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The Viking King made all the decisions.

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Viking communities held meetings where everyone could share their ideas and vote on decisions.

Question 5

Which design element was commonly found in Viking art and crafts?

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Animal patterns

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Bright colors

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Realistic people

Question 6

In Viking communities, what were some of the most common jobs people had?

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Farmers, fishermen, and warriors

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Only warriors and kings

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Only farmers and fishermen

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Only craftsmen and traders

Question 7

Which of these items was NOT a weapon used by the Vikings?

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Spoon

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Sword

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Axe

Question 8

Which type of settlement did the Vikings NOT have in Britain?

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Castle

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Trading Post

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Winter Camp

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Longhouse Farm

Question 9

Where did the Vikings prefer to settle in Britain?

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Near rivers, for easy travel and water access.

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In the mountains, for protection from enemies.

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In forests, for shelter and supplies.

Question 10

Why did the Vikings eventually stop settling in Britain?

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They found better places to settle and raid, such as France and Russia.

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They were defeated in a major battle and had to return home.

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The weather in Britain was too cold and rainy for them.

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They missed their families and wanted to go home.

Question 11

Why did many towns in Britain build tall, strong walls and other defenses after Viking raids?

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To protect the towns from future Viking attacks

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To prevent people from entering or leaving the town

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To make the towns appear more impressive

Question 12

You're an archaeologist and you've found a Viking sword. What can this object tell you about the Vikings?

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How the Vikings fought

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What the Vikings ate

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Where the Vikings lived

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Who the Vikings worshipped

Question 13

How was Viking society organized?

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With a clear hierarchy: king, jarls (noblemen), then thralls (slaves).

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Everyone had equal power.

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Women had more power than men.

Question 14

Which job was not common in a Viking village?

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Teacher

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Farmer

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Warrior

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Blacksmith

Question 15

In Viking art, which animal often represented strength and bravery?

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Wolf

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Rabbit

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Eagle

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Horse

Question 16

Which of these weapons was NOT used by the Vikings?

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Crossbow

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Sword

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Axe

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Spear

Question 17

Where did the Vikings originate?

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Denmark, Norway, and Sweden

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Norway

Question 18

Why did the Vikings raid Britain?

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To find new homes, acquire wealth, and spread their culture

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To acquire wealth

Question 19

What kind of boats did Vikings use for travel and exploration?

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Longships

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Galleys

Question 20

Which of these was NOT a trait of Viking warriors?

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They were law-abiding citizens

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Skilled sailors

Question 21

Which of these is NOT a Viking artifact?

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Bicycles

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Swords

Question 22

Which of these was NOT a Viking settlement in Britain?

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London

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York

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Dublin

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Stamford

Question 23

What was the Viking ship called?

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Drakkar

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Galleon

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Brigantine

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Schooner

Question 24

What was the Viking alphabet called?

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Futhark

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Ogham

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Glagolitic

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Cyrillic

Question 25

What was the primary reason the Vikings raided and settled in Britain?

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To trade and acquire wealth

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To settle down and farm the land

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To expand their territory through conquest

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To spread their religious beliefs

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a type of Viking ship?

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Caravel

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Knarr

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Drakkar

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Longship

Question 27

What was the main purpose of Viking raids?

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To acquire wealth and resources

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To conquer and rule new lands

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To spread their religious beliefs

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To establish new trade routes

Question 28

Why did the Vikings travel to Britain?

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To find food, new land, and riches

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To make friends and share their culture

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To escape from their enemies

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To spread their beliefs

Question 29

True or False: The Vikings were skilled sailors.

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True

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False

Question 30

How did the Vikings change Britain?

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They brought new ideas and skills

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They brought a new government

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They spoke a new language

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They brought a new religion

Question 31

Who was the Viking god of thunder?

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Thor

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Odin

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Loki

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Freya

Question 32

Which of these is NOT a way that the Vikings still influence Britain today?

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Technology

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Place names

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Language

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Customs

Question 33

Which of these was NOT a Viking settlement in Britain?

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Canterbury

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York

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Dublin

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Wessex

Question 34

Who was the famous Viking leader who raided and conquered parts of Britain?

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Ragnar Lothbrok

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Erik the Red

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Leif Erikson

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Harald Bluetooth

Question 35

Where did the Vikings come from originally?

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Scandinavia

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Russia

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Germany

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France

Question 36

What is a longship?

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A Viking ship

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A British ship

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A type of sword

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A type of helmet

Question 37

What kind of boats did the Vikings use for their raids?

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Galleys

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Canoes

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Sailships

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Rowboats

Question 38

What is one important legacy of the Vikings?

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The development of shipbuilding techniques

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The invention of the compass

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The establishment of the British monarchy

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The introduction of the decimal system

Question 39

What is the name of the runic alphabet used by the Vikings?

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Futhorc

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Ogham

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Hieroglyphics

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Cyrillic

Question 40

What was the Vikings' main reason for coming to Britain?

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Raiding and settling

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Farming

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Trading

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Exploring

Question 41

Where did the Vikings come from originally?

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Scandinavia

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Germany

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France

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Russia

Question 42

What was the first known Viking settlement in Britain?

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Lindisfarne

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York

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Danelagh

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Wessex

Question 43

Which of the following was not a type of Viking ship?

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Galleon

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Longship

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Knarr

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Drakkar

Question 44

Which type of settlement did the Vikings NOT build in Britain?

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City

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Trading post

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Raiding camp

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Hilltop fort

Question 45

What were the main reasons the Vikings used longboats?

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To transport their belongings and plunder

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To sail up rivers and explore inland

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To shelter from storms

Question 46

What helped the Vikings succeed in their raids and settlements in Britain?

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Their ships were large and fast.

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They used strong weapons and armor.

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They were friendly with the British people.

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They had magical powers.

Question 47

Where did the Vikings come from?

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Scandinavia

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Germany

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France

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Italy

Question 48

What is the name of the Viking settlement in York?

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Jorvik

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London

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Cambridge

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Oxford

Question 49

Which of the following was NOT a Viking weapon?

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Musket

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Sword

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Axe

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Bow and arrow

Question 50

What was the name of the Viking longship?

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Drakkar

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Carrack

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Galleon

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Junk

Question 51

Who was the Anglo-Saxon king who defeated the Vikings at the Battle of Edington?

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King Alfred the Great

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King Athelstan

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King Canute

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King Harold Godwinson

Question 52

What is the name of the Viking rune alphabet?

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Futhark

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Ogham

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Glagolitic

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Cyrillic

Question 53

Which of these 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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Glasgow

Question 54

True or False: The Vikings were experts at building ships.

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True

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False

Question 55

Who was the Viking leader who invaded and conquered most of England in the 10th century?

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Cnut the Great

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Ragnar Lothbrok

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Erik the Red

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Harald Hardrada

Question 56

Did the Vikings have a written language?

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Yes

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No

Question 57

Besides Britain, which other people group did the Vikings frequently trade with?

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Franks

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Romans

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Egyptians

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Chinese

Question 58

What did the Vikings leave behind in Britain?

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New words and customs

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Stolen British gold

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A weaker Britain

Question 59

Where did the Vikings originally come from?

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Scandinavia

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Germany

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France

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Spain

Question 60

What was a unique feature of Viking longships?

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They had a shallow draft, allowing them to sail in shallow waters.

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They were extremely small and lightweight.

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They were exclusively powered by oars.

Question 61

What was the name of the Viking settlement in York?

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Jorvik

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Danelagh

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Wessex

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Northumbria

Question 62

Who was a well-known Viking leader?

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Ragnar Lothbrok

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King Alfred the Great

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William The Conqueror

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Richard the Lionheart

Question 63

What was the main reason for the Viking raids on British churches?

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To steal the valuable objects stored inside.

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To spread their Christian beliefs.

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To find new land to settle on.

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To make friends with the monks.

Question 64

Where did the Vikings come from?

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Scandinavia (Norway, Sweden, and Denmark)

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Italy

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France

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Germany