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Alfred the Great: The Battle of Edington

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What was the outcome of the naval victory of 882?

The Wessex fleet captured two Viking ships (correct)

The Vikings captured two Wessex ships

The battle was inconclusive

The Vikings were able to raid the English coastline

How many men were available for military service from Alfred's burhs?

20,000

10,000

27,000 (correct)

30,000

What was the primary purpose of the burhs constructed by Alfred?

To provide a network of strongpoints against Viking invasion (correct)

To serve as centers of learning

To house the royal family

To serve as trade centers

What was the outcome of Alfred's reorganization of the army?

The fyrd did not have to serve all at once Signup and view all the answers

What was a key feature of Alfred's burhs?

They were spaced approximately 20 miles apart Signup and view all the answers

What is a key reason why Alfred is remembered as 'the Great'?

He boosted the land defenses of his realm and promoted literacy Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Burghal Hidage?

It documented the military obligation of the burhs' inhabitants Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of Alfred's military campaigns on the Vikings?

The Vikings were unable to raid the English coastline unmolested Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of Alfred's boost to the land defenses of his realm?

A network of strongpoints was created to hinder Viking invasion Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of Alfred's ruling style mentioned in Asser's Life of Alfred?

His warlike nature and victory in almost all battles Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What was the outcome of the naval victory of 882?

How many men were available for military service from Alfred's burhs?

What was the primary purpose of the burhs constructed by Alfred?

What was the outcome of Alfred's reorganization of the army?

What was a key feature of Alfred's burhs?

What is a key reason why Alfred is remembered as 'the Great'?

What was the significance of the Burghal Hidage?

What was the impact of Alfred's military campaigns on the Vikings?

What was the result of Alfred's boost to the land defenses of his realm?

What is a key aspect of Alfred's ruling style mentioned in Asser's Life of Alfred?

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