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What happened during the Viking raid on the monastery?
Several monks were murdered, while others were captured and taken as slaves.
What did the Vikings seize during the raid?
Valuable religious items made of gold and silver, gold coins, china plates, and ornate books.
Why were the Anglo-Saxons horrified by the Viking attack?
They believed the Vikings were a punishment from God for their sins.
What types of objects were discovered during the excavation in Jorvik?
Craftsmen worked with wood, bone, leather, glass, pottery, and metal.
What were some of the goods brought into the city of Jorvik by ships?
Silk from Constantinople, a cowrie shell from the Red Sea, quernstones from Germany, amber from the Baltic, walrus ivory from the Arctic Circle, and coins from Byzantium.
What can be inferred about the lifespan of the inhabitants of Jorvik?
It has been suggested that 25% of the inhabitants would die before becoming an adult, and very few people lived to be 60.
What was the Battle of Bosworth Field and its significance?
The Battle of Bosworth Field was a decisive battle during the Wars of the Roses in 1485. It resulted in the victory of Henry Tudor, who became Henry VII and established the Tudor dynasty in England.
What was the belief held by England's medieval kings regarding ruling France?
England's medieval kings believed they had the right to rule France, or at least the western half of the country.
What is the Tudor Rose and where can it be seen?
The Tudor Rose is a symbol that represents the union of the houses of Lancaster and York. It can be seen in the portraits of some Tudor monarchs.
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