The Anglo-Saxons: Interactive Learning Quizzes for Year 6 History

Question 1

What was a major reason for the Anglo-Saxons' success in settling in Britain?

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Their ability to adjust to the environment and build a stable society

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Their advanced weapons

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Their friendships with the local Celtic tribes

Question 2

How did the religious beliefs and practices of the Anglo-Saxons shape their society before and after their conversion to Christianity?

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The religious beliefs and practices of the Anglo-Saxons had a major impact on their society, including their social structure, laws, and art.

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The Anglo-Saxons believed in one all-powerful god named Woden.

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The Anglo-Saxons believed that the world was created by a kind god and that people were naturally good.

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After converting to Christianity, the Anglo-Saxons gave up their pagan beliefs and practices.

Question 3

Which of these was NOT a key economic activity of the Anglo-Saxons?

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Mining

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Farming

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Weaving

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the cultural and artistic achievements of the Anglo-Saxons?

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Their epic poems influenced later English literature, and their architecture and craftsmanship showcased their skills.

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They excelled in literature but not in architecture or craftsmanship.

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Their architecture was basic, and their craftsmanship was limited to everyday items.

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Their cultural and artistic achievements were forgotten after the Norman Conquest.

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How did art and craftsmanship contribute to Anglo-Saxon culture?

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Art and crafts were important in Anglo-Saxon culture, showing their beliefs, values, and history.

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Art and crafts were mainly used for decoration and had little meaning.

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Art and crafts were mostly used to make practical items like weapons and tools.

Question 6

How did the Anglo-Saxons blend their beliefs and practices from before and after Christianity arrived?

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They combined their old beliefs and practices with Christianity, creating a unique Anglo-Saxon religion.

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They gave up their old beliefs and only followed Christian teachings.

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Their old beliefs had no impact on Anglo-Saxon society after Christianity arrived.

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The Anglo-Saxons remained largely pagan and did not convert to Christianity.

Question 7

Where did the Anglo-Saxons come from and how did they get to Britain?

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They came from different German tribes and arrived in Britain in several groups over time.

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They were all from one German tribe and sailed straight from Germany to Britain.

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They came from Scandinavia and sailed across the English Channel to Britain.

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They were Celts who sailed from Ireland to Britain.

Question 8

Which Anglo-Saxon value is most clearly shown in the epic poem Beowulf?

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Loyalty and bravery

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Women's role in society

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Influence of Christianity

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Development of trade and commerce

Question 9

What was the long-term impact of the Anglo-Saxon settlement on British society and economy?

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The Anglo-Saxons introduced their language and customs, which became widely adopted in Britain.

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The Anglo-Saxons led to a significant decline in trade and commerce.

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The Anglo-Saxons destroyed all the Roman towns and cities.

Question 10

Who led the Anglo-Saxons into Britain to establish new settlements?

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Hengist and Horsa

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Boudica

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Aethelred the Unready

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Harold Godwinson

Question 11

Which Anglo-Saxon kingdom emerged as the dominant power, eventually unifying most of England?

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Wessex

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Northumbria

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Mercia

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East Anglia

Question 12

What was the term for the assembly of wise men and leaders in Anglo-Saxon society?

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Witan

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Folkmoot

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Thing

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Parliament

Question 13

What lasting impact did the Anglo-Saxons have on British history?

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Establishing a new language, culture, and legal system

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Constructing Stonehenge

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Introducing Christianity to Britain

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Bringing about the Renaissance

Question 14

True or False: Anglo-Saxons were exclusively involved in farming and did not engage in warfare.

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False

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True

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a source of information about Anglo-Saxon history and culture?

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Modern historical fiction novels

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Archaeological excavations

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Written records

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Folklore and legends

Question 16

How did the Anglo-Saxons travel to Britain?

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By boat

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On horseback

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By foot

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By plane

Question 17

Which invention or innovation is credited to the Anglo-Saxons?

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The wheelbarrow

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The printing press

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The telescope

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The compass

Question 18

When did the Anglo-Saxons arrive in Britain?

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Around 450 AD

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Around 550 AD

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Around 650 AD

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Around 750 AD

Question 19

Which of these was NOT an Anglo-Saxon kingdom?

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Francia

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Northumbria

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Mercia

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Wessex

Question 20

What was the role of the Anglo-Saxon Witan?

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A council of advisors to the king

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A group of elected representatives

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A military force

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A religious order

Question 21

How did the Vikings affect Anglo-Saxon society?

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Both b and c

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Introducing new farming techniques

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Establishing trading networks

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Raiding and conquering Anglo-Saxon kingdoms

Question 22

What was the main way the Anglo-Saxons made money?

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Farming

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Trading

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Fighting wars

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Keeping slaves

Question 23

Best describe Anglo-Saxon society:

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Based on loyalty and support between people

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Very organized and controlled from the center

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Everyone was equal and had a say

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Lots of big cities

Question 24

Which major group of Anglo-Saxon tribes settled in Britain?

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Angles

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Vikings

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Celts

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Romans

Question 25

What was the name of the first Anglo-Saxon king to unite England?

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Egbert

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Athelstan

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Alfred the Great

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Canute

Question 26

Which of these was NOT a key characteristic of Anglo-Saxon society?

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A democratic government

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A strong warrior culture

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A complex legal system

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A rich oral tradition

Question 27

What is the name of the famous Anglo-Saxon epic poem about a legendary hero battling a monster?

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Beowulf

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The Wanderer

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The Seafarer

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The Dream of the Rood

Question 28

Which battle was a turning point in the Anglo-Saxon period?

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The Battle of Athelney

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The Battle of Hastings

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The Battle of Boudicca

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The Battle of Trafalgar

Question 29

What was the Anglo-Saxon legal system called?

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The Dooms

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The Danelaw

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The Witan

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The Magna Carta

Question 30

Which of the following was a major contribution of the Anglo-Saxons to British society?

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The English language

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The metric system

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The parliamentary system

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The Gregorian calendar

Question 31

Who was the first Anglo-Saxon king crowned King of all England?

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Athelstan

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Alfred the Great

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Cnut

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Harold Godwinson

Question 32

What is the name of the famous Anglo-Saxon epic poem about a hero who fights a monster?

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Beowulf

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The Canterbury Tales

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The Song of Roland

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The Iliad

Question 33

Which of the following was a major Anglo-Saxon religious figure who helped spread Christianity in England?

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Saint Augustine

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Saint Patrick

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Saint Benedict

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Saint Thomas Aquinas

Question 34

Which of the following best describes the Anglo-Saxon social structure?

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Highly hierarchical

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Egalitarian

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Democratic

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Feudal

Question 35

Who is thought to be the first Anglo-Saxon king of England?

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Cerdic

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Aethelred the Unready

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Canute the Great

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Egbert

Question 36

What was the name of the first Anglo-Saxon kingdom established in Britain?

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Kent

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Wessex

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Mercia

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Northumbria

Question 37

Which of the following Anglo-Saxon artifacts is an example of their advanced metalworking skills?

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The Sutton Hoo helmet

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The Lindisfarne Gospels

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Beowulf

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The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle

Question 38

Which of the following was a key element of Anglo-Saxon warfare?

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Shield walls

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Cavalry charges

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Longbow archers

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Blitzkrieg tactics

Question 39

When did the Anglo-Saxons start arriving in Britain?

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499 AD

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597 AD

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878 AD

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1066 AD

Question 40

Which of these was NOT characteristic of Anglo-Saxon society?

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Strong, central government

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Communities organized into tribes

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Importance of family and kinship

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Culture focused on warriors

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT a major achievement of the Anglo-Saxons?

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Invention of the steam engine

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Development of the English language

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Construction of stone structures

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Establishment of written laws

Question 42

How did the arrival of Christianity influence life in Anglo-Saxon England?

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It fostered a sense of unity and community.

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It diminished the authority of the king.

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It caused Anglo-Saxon customs to vanish.

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It had no significant impact on Anglo-Saxon society.

Question 43

How did the Anglo-Saxons transform the British landscape?

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They cleared forests for farming and building.

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They constructed large cities with towering structures.

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They planted trees to enhance the environment.

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They safeguarded the land and wildlife.

Question 44

Which Anglo-Saxon kingdom was NOT one of the major seven?

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Sussex

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Wessex

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Northumbria

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Mercia

Question 45

What type of government did the Anglo-Saxons have?

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A monarchy

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A republic

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A democracy

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A dictatorship

Question 46

What language did the Anglo-Saxons speak?

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Old English

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Old Norse

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Latin

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Ancient Greek

Question 47

Who was the first Anglo-Saxon king to convert to Christianity?

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King Ethelbert

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King Alfred

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King Edward the Confessor

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King William the Conqueror

Question 48

Which of these was NOT a major problem for the Anglo-Saxons?

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Earthquakes

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Viking raids

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Disease

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Famine

Question 49

Which of these groups was NOT part of the Germanic tribes that made up the Anglo-Saxons?

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Vikings

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Angles

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Saxons

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Jutes

Question 50

Who was the first Anglo-Saxon king of England?

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Aethelbert of Kent

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Alfred the Great

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Harold Godwinson

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William the Conqueror

Question 51

What was the main religion of the Anglo-Saxons before they became Christians?

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Paganism

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Christianity

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Buddhism

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Islam

Question 52

Which Anglo-Saxon king was baptized a Christian in 597 CE?

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King Ethelbert

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King Alfred

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King Canute

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King Harold Godwinson

Question 53

Which Anglo-Saxon epic poem tells the story of the hero Beowulf?

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Beowulf

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The Canterbury Tales

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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

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The Faerie Queene

Question 54

Were the Anglo-Saxons skilled seafarers and traders?

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Yes

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No

Question 55

How can we use Anglo-Saxon art and literature to understand their society and way of life?

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Anglo-Saxon art and literature provide insights into their social and political life.

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Anglo-Saxon art and literature suggest they were a peaceful society.

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Anglo-Saxon art and literature primarily focused on religious topics.

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Anglo-Saxon art and literature were only created by the wealthy and powerful.

Question 56

How did the Anglo-Saxon invasion and settlement change the cultural landscape of Britain, resulting in the fusion of Anglo-Saxon and Celtic traditions?

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The Anglo-Saxons adopted and adapted many Celtic customs, beliefs, and art forms, resulting in a hybrid Anglo-Saxon-Celtic culture.

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The Anglo-Saxons imposed their culture and language on the Celts, leading to the disappearance of Celtic traditions.

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The Anglo-Saxons and Celts remained largely separate, with minimal cultural exchange or influence.

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The Celtic population was completely displaced and their culture was erased by the Anglo-Saxon invasion.

Question 57

Which of these is NOT a lasting legacy of the Anglo-Saxons on British life?

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Metric system

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English language with many Anglo-Saxon words

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Trial by jury

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Common Law

Question 58

Who was the first Anglo-Saxon king to convert to Christianity through baptism?

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Aethelberht

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Offa

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Ecgberht

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Alfred the Great

Question 59

Which Anglo-Saxon kingdom was the largest and most powerful?

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Wessex

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Mercia

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Northumbria

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Kent

Question 60

Name the epic poem that celebrates the Anglo-Saxon warrior spirit.

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Beowulf

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The Canterbury Tales

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The Book of Margery Kempe

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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

Question 61

What was the primary purpose of the Anglo-Saxon Church?

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Providing religious guidance and education

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Exercising political power

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Maintaining economic control

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Leading military campaigns

Question 62

What was the main source of nourishment for the Anglo-Saxons?

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Agriculture

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Hunting and gathering

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Fishing

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Trade

Question 63

Which concept was a key element of Anglo-Saxon law and justice?

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Payment of compensation (wergild)

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Trial by combat

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Imprisonment

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Capital punishment

Question 64

Which of these was an important social characteristic of Anglo-Saxons?

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Strong family ties

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Large-scale city life

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Use of extensive money systems

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Highly advanced medical knowledge