Vikings in the North Atlantic: Explore Viking Voyages and Discoveries

Question 1

What was a key factor in the Vikings' successful exploration and settlement of the North Atlantic?

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Advanced shipbuilding and skilled navigation

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Lack of competition from other European powers

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Unusually favorable weather conditions during their explorations

Question 2

What was a key factor in the Vikings' success as explorers?

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Advanced shipbuilding and navigational skills

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Superior military strategies

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Diplomatic alliances with local populations

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Access to advanced weaponry

Question 3

Which of the following was a primary motivator for Viking exploration?

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Economic opportunities

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Religious devotion

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Political instability

Question 4

What was the name of the Viking settlement established in Greenland in the 10th century?

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Brattahlid

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Vinland

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Hedeby

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Jorvik

Question 5

Which of the following was a significant technological advancement in Viking shipbuilding?

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The clinker-built hull

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The invention of the astrolabe

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The exclusive use of oars

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The implementation of large sails

Question 6

What was the primary economic activity of the Vikings?

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Raiding and trading

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Fishing and whaling

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Subsistence farming

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Skilled craftsmanship

Question 7

Who is widely recognized as the Viking explorer who reached North America around 1000 AD?

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Leif Erikson

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Erik the Red

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Harald Hardrada

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Rollo

Question 8

Which of the following is considered a significant contribution of the Vikings to the development of European society?

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The establishment of new trade networks and the introduction of new goods

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The widespread adoption of democracy

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The spread of Christianity throughout Europe

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The invention of the printing press

Question 9

What was the approximate time period of the Viking Age?

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8th-11th centuries AD

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10th-13th centuries AD

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5th-7th centuries AD

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12th-14th centuries AD

Question 10

Which of the following is a lasting legacy of Viking exploration?

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The establishment of permanent settlements in the North Atlantic region

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The development of modern shipbuilding techniques

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The introduction of the feudal system

Question 11

What was the name of the iconic Viking vessel?

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Drakkar

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Caravel

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Cog

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Galleon

Question 12

Identify the Norse settlement established in Greenland around 985 AD.

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Brattahlid

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Vinland

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Kaupang

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Jelling

Question 13

What is considered the primary motivation driving Viking raids and conquests?

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Acquisition of wealth and resources

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Expansion of territory

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Religious fervor

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Political domination

Question 14

Who is credited as the Viking explorer who reached North America around 1000 AD?

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Leif Erikson

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Ragnar Lodbrok

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Erik the Red

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Harald Hardrada

Question 15

Which of the following was a significant consequence of Viking raids on England?

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Increased political instability

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Economic prosperity

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Widespread conversion to Christianity

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Scientific advancements

Question 16

Describe the primary method of navigation employed by the Vikings during their sea voyages.

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Observation of celestial bodies and landmarks

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Magnetic compasses

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Advanced maps and charts

Question 17

What type of vessels were primarily used by the Vikings for their voyages and raids?

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Longships

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Caravels

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Galleys

Question 18

Identify the Viking deity associated with war, death, and the realm of Valhalla.

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Odin

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Freyr

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Loki

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Thor

Question 19

Which factor was NOT a significant motivator for Viking exploration?

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Religious pilgrimage

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Search for new lands and opportunities

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Economic expansion and acquisition of resources

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Spread of Viking culture and influence

Question 20

What was the name of the self-governing Viking settlement established in Greenland in the 10th century?

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Brattahlid

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L'Anse aux Meadows

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Reykjavik

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Vinland

Question 21

Which Viking explorer is widely recognized for leading the first European voyage to reach North America?

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Leif Eriksson

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Harald Hardrada

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Eric the Red

Question 22

What type of sailing vessels played a crucial role in Viking seafaring and exploration?

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Longships

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Cogs

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Galleys

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Schooners

Question 23

How did Viking navigational techniques and knowledge contribute to their success as explorers?

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They relied on celestial bodies, landmarks, and ocean currents for guidance.

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They possessed advanced navigational instruments and maps.

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They were guided solely by instinct and luck.

Question 24

What were the primary objectives of Viking raids?

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Acquisition of wealth, resources, and territory

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Scientific exploration and research

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Establishment of permanent Viking settlements

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Expansion of Viking religious influence

Question 25

How can the legacy of Viking culture be observed in modern-day Scandinavia?

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In language, legal systems, and societal customs

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Viking culture remains the dominant cultural force in Scandinavia.

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Viking culture has had no lasting influence on modern-day Scandinavia.

Question 26

Viking raids on monasteries were primarily motivated by:

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Acquisition of wealth and resources, including precious metals, livestock, and slaves

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Missionary activity, aiming to spread Christianity among the local populations

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Political control, attempting to conquer and rule the territories they raided

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Spread of Norse mythology, seeking to establish the supremacy of their gods

Question 27

Which item was NOT a major commodity traded by the Vikings?

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Silk

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Fur, particularly from animals like beavers and sables, which were valuable for warmth and status

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Slaves, who were captured during raids and sold for labor or ransom

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Amber, a highly prized material used for jewelry and ornaments

Question 28

The Vinland sagas refer to:

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Viking expeditions and settlements in North America, including the exploration of areas such as Newfoundland and Labrador

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The establishment of Viking kingdoms in Britain, particularly in regions like York and Danelaw

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The conversion of the Vikings to Christianity and the spread of new religious beliefs

Question 29

Viking ships, known as longships, served multiple purposes. Which of the following was NOT a primary function of these vessels?

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Religious ceremonies, as longships were not typically used for religious rituals or spiritual practices

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Exploration, allowing the Vikings to travel vast distances and discover new lands

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Warfare, as longships were designed for combat and raiding, equipped with weapons and capable of swift maneuvers

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Trade and commerce, facilitating the transportation of goods and enabling the Vikings to establish trade networks

Question 30

The spread of Christianity among the Vikings was influenced by the efforts of several rulers. Which king played a pivotal role in promoting the adoption of the new faith?

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King Olaf Tryggvason, known for his active role in converting his subjects to Christianity and establishing churches throughout his kingdom

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Ragnar Lothbrok, a legendary Viking warrior and raider, who is not known for his religious activities

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Harald Bluetooth, who introduced Christianity to Denmark and is credited with erecting the famous Jelling Stones, but his role in conversion is less prominent than Olaf Tryggvason's

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King Canute the Great, who ruled England and Denmark, but his influence on Viking conversion is less significant compared to Olaf Tryggvason

Question 31

The Vikings' discovery of Iceland was significant because it:

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provided a base for further exploration and settlement.

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immediately led to the establishment of a large Norse kingdom.

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proved that the world was round.

Question 32

Which of the following was NOT a primary factor in the Vikings' decision to settle in Greenland?

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A lack of natural resources

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The discovery of suitable pastures for livestock.

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The potential for a more hospitable climate compared to other Viking territories.

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The desire for a strategic base for further exploration westwards.

Question 33

Which Viking leader is credited with establishing the first Norse settlement in North America?

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Leif Erikson

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Harald Bluetooth

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Erik the Red

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Bjarni Herjolfsson

Question 34

What makes the Viking Sagas valuable to historians today?

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They provide insights into Viking history, culture, and mythology.

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They are entirely accurate historical accounts of Viking raids.

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They were written solely for entertainment and lack historical value.

Question 35

Which of the following was a major trade good for the Vikings?

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Furs and skins

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Large quantities of gold and silver

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Ivory and glass from the Mediterranean

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Silk and spices from the Far East

Question 36

Which statement does NOT accurately describe Viking raids?

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They were always meticulously planned and highly organized.

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They often targeted wealthy coastal settlements and monasteries.

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They often involved the element of surprise to overwhelm their victims.

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They were frequently motivated by greed and a desire for plunder.

Question 37

How is the Vikings' legacy visible in the modern world?

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Through the influence on place names, languages, and cultural traditions.

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Their impact was limited to their own time period and had no lasting effect.

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They left no significant mark on history outside of Scandinavia.

Question 38

Identify the motivation that was NOT a primary driver of Viking exploration:

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Missionary work

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Raiding

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Trade

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Settlement

Question 39

Viking navigators relied on which tool to navigate vast oceans:

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Sunstone

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Compass

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Astrolabe

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Quadrant

Question 40

Which geographical feature posed a significant challenge to Viking exploration:

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Strong ocean currents

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Abundance of icebergs

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Lack of forests

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Scarce coastline

Question 41

Where did the Vikings establish their first settlement in North America:

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L'Anse aux Meadows

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Greenland

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Iceland

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Vinland

Question 42

Who led the first expedition to Greenland, establishing a Viking presence there:

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Erik the Red

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Thorfinn Karlsefni

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Leif Erikson

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Bjarni Herjólfsson

Question 43

What factor played a primary role in the decline of Viking settlements in Greenland:

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Climate change

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Resource depletion

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Inuit attacks

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Disease

Question 44

Which cultural contribution is attributed to the Vikings:

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Runic alphabet

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Gothic architecture

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Celtic art

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Romanesque sculpture

Question 45

A significant long-term consequence of Viking raids on England was:

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Unification of Anglo-Saxon kingdoms

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Rise of the Norman dynasty

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Decline of Roman influence

Question 46

Which commodity held significant value in Viking trade:

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Slaves

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Tea

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Silk

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Ivory

Question 47

What was a unique characteristic of Viking longships that facilitated exploration:

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Shallow draft

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Iron hulls

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Large sails

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Multiple masts