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What is the most accepted theory about the Nordic presence in the pre-Columbian Americas?
What is the most accepted theory about the Nordic presence in the pre-Columbian Americas?
- Norse traders had a significant presence in the Caribbean in 800 AD
- Nordic people established a colony in South America in 1200 AD
- Norse explorers reached the northeastern coast of North America around 1000 AD (correct)
- Vikings settled in Central America around 800 AD
Where is the most well-known evidence of Nordic presence in the pre-Columbian Americas found?
Where is the most well-known evidence of Nordic presence in the pre-Columbian Americas found?
- Tikal in Guatemala
- Chichen Itza in Mexico
- L'Anse aux Meadows in Newfoundland, Canada (correct)
- Machu Picchu in Peru
What is the name of the Norse explorer commonly associated with the pre-Columbian discovery of the Americas?
What is the name of the Norse explorer commonly associated with the pre-Columbian discovery of the Americas?
- Erik the Red
- Ragnar Lothbrok
- Harald Bluetooth
- Leif Erikson (correct)
Which Viking explorer is believed to have reached the Americas around 1000 AD?
Which Viking explorer is believed to have reached the Americas around 1000 AD?
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What is the name of the Norse settlement discovered in Newfoundland, Canada?
What is the name of the Norse settlement discovered in Newfoundland, Canada?
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Which Native American tribe is believed to have had early contact with the Norse explorers?
Which Native American tribe is believed to have had early contact with the Norse explorers?
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