20 Questions
The Vikings lived in southern Europe more than 1,000 years ago.
False
The Vikings were known for their skilled farming techniques.
False
Viking longboats could only be rowed, but not sailed.
False
The Vikings only traded with other Scandinavian countries.
False
The Vikings lived in Scandinavia around 500 years ago.
False
Viking longboats had both sails and oars.
True
The Vikings only made short journeys to nearby lands.
False
The Vikings were only known for their trading activities.
False
Viking longboats were only used for warfare.
False
The Vikings lived in Scandinavia less than 500 years ago.
False
What was a characteristic of Viking explorations?
They sailed to distant countries
What did the Vikings do when they reached new lands?
They set up homes
Where did the Vikings sail to?
To Greenland, North America, and Iceland
Why were the Vikings able to travel long distances?
Because they had advanced sailing technology
What is a characteristic of Viking settlement?
They established permanent homes
The Vikings only sailed to Greenland.
False
The Vikings built temporary shelters in the places they reached.
False
The Vikings were the first people to explore North America.
True
The Vikings only sailed to Iceland and did not explore other lands.
False
The Vikings settled in areas they reached only temporarily.
False
Study Notes
The Viking Civilization
- Lived in Scandinavia, a region in northern Europe, over 1,000 years ago
- Known for being fierce warriors, famous for their brutal attacks and raids
- Engaged in trading and exploring, undertaking long journeys to various parts of the world
- Utilized warships, called longboats, which were equipped with a sail for oceanic travel
- Longboats could be rowed up rivers, allowing for inland exploration
Viking Civilization
- The Vikings lived in Scandinavia, in northern Europe, over 1,000 years ago.
- They were fierce warriors known for their attacks and raids.
- In addition to their warrior culture, they were also skilled traders and explorers who made long journeys to different parts of the world.
Viking Warships
- The Vikings' warships were called longboats.
- These ships had a sail, allowing them to cross oceans.
- They could also be rowed up rivers, making them versatile vessels.
Viking Explorations
- The Vikings were the first people to inhabit Iceland.
- They sailed beyond Iceland, reaching Greenland and North America.
- Many Viking settlers established homes in the newly discovered regions.
Viking Explorations
- The Vikings were the first people to inhabit Iceland.
- They sailed beyond Iceland, reaching Greenland and North America.
- Many Viking settlers established homes in the newly discovered regions.
Learn about the Viking Age, their fierce warrior culture, and their seafaring expeditions. Discover how they traded and traveled to different parts of the world.
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