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What is another name for the Vikings?
What is another name for the Vikings?
When did the Vikings arrive in the Western Hemisphere?
When did the Vikings arrive in the Western Hemisphere?
Where did the Vikings settle outside of Europe?
Where did the Vikings settle outside of Europe?
What might have been a potential factor in the Vikings abandoning their settlements?
What might have been a potential factor in the Vikings abandoning their settlements?
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What was the main goal of the Crusades?
What was the main goal of the Crusades?
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Who was the first organized religion with a hierarchy including pope, cardinal, and bishop?
Who was the first organized religion with a hierarchy including pope, cardinal, and bishop?
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What was the main item of trade from the East that was worth more than gold during the 300 year span mentioned?
What was the main item of trade from the East that was worth more than gold during the 300 year span mentioned?
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During the 300 year span, what was the average life expectancy for serfs?
During the 300 year span, what was the average life expectancy for serfs?
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Who is credited with the invention of the printing press during this period?
Who is credited with the invention of the printing press during this period?
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Which alcoholic beverage is mentioned as the oldest during this historical period?
Which alcoholic beverage is mentioned as the oldest during this historical period?
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Who is known as 'the navigator' and was a large advocate of sailing during this time?
Who is known as 'the navigator' and was a large advocate of sailing during this time?
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Which nation was the first to actively engage in exploration during this period?
Which nation was the first to actively engage in exploration during this period?
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What material is specifically mentioned as being brought back by explorers from Africa?
What material is specifically mentioned as being brought back by explorers from Africa?
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Who is advised to explore the western coast of Africa in the text?
Who is advised to explore the western coast of Africa in the text?
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What material was specifically mentioned to be a part of the trade from Africa to Europe?
What material was specifically mentioned to be a part of the trade from Africa to Europe?
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What invention was revolutionary when brought back by explorers from China?
What invention was revolutionary when brought back by explorers from China?
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What is the primary reason the Vikings are mentioned in relation to the Crusades in the text?
What is the primary reason the Vikings are mentioned in relation to the Crusades in the text?
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What was the significance of Leif Ericson and Eric the Red in relation to the Vikings?
What was the significance of Leif Ericson and Eric the Red in relation to the Vikings?
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What is suggested as a possible reason for the Vikings abandoning their settlements?
What is suggested as a possible reason for the Vikings abandoning their settlements?
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Which region was NOT mentioned as a settlement area for the Vikings outside of Europe?
Which region was NOT mentioned as a settlement area for the Vikings outside of Europe?
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What was another name used to refer to the Vikings?
What was another name used to refer to the Vikings?
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What was the primary impact of the Crusades on European life according to the text?
What was the primary impact of the Crusades on European life according to the text?
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What was the main beverage consumed by serfs during the 300 year span?
What was the main beverage consumed by serfs during the 300 year span?
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Who brought back silk, spices, and pasta from China during this time period?
Who brought back silk, spices, and pasta from China during this time period?
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What invention helped spread Christianity by making Bibles cheaper and more accessible?
What invention helped spread Christianity by making Bibles cheaper and more accessible?
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Which nation was the first to actively engage in exploration during this period?
Which nation was the first to actively engage in exploration during this period?
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What was the average life expectancy for serfs during the 300 year span?
What was the average life expectancy for serfs during the 300 year span?
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What material did serfs predominantly use to build their homes?
What material did serfs predominantly use to build their homes?
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Who is known for advising exploration of the western coast of Africa?
Who is known for advising exploration of the western coast of Africa?
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Which alcoholic beverage is mentioned as the second oldest during this historical period?
Which alcoholic beverage is mentioned as the second oldest during this historical period?
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Study Notes
Vikings and Exploration
- The Vikings were also known as the Norsemen
- The Vikings arrived in the Western Hemisphere around 500 years before Christopher Columbus
- The Vikings settled outside of Europe in places such as Greenland and North America
Crusades and Trade
- The main goal of the Crusades was to reclaim the Holy Land from Muslim rule
- The Catholic Church was the first organized religion with a hierarchy including pope, cardinal, and bishop
- During the 300-year span, the main item of trade from the East worth more than gold was spices and silk
- Average life expectancy for serfs during the 300-year span was around 35 years
Inventions and Innovations
- Johannes Gutenberg is credited with the invention of the printing press during this period
- The invention of the printing press helped spread Christianity by making Bibles cheaper and more accessible
- The invention brought back by explorers from China that was revolutionary was the printing press
Exploration and Navigation
- Prince Henry is known as 'the navigator' and was a large advocate of sailing during this time
- Portugal was the first nation to actively engage in exploration during this period
- Explorers brought back ivory from Africa
- Prince Henry advised to explore the western coast of Africa
- Silk, spices, and pasta were traded from China to Europe during this time
Settlements and Abandonment
- The Vikings may have abandoned their settlements due to climate change, conflict with native peoples, or economic decline
- The region NOT mentioned as a settlement area for the Vikings outside of Europe was Asia
- Leif Ericson and Eric the Red were important figures in Viking exploration and settlement
- The Vikings' settlements were often built using wood and turf
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Test your knowledge about the history and exploration of the Vikings, including their origins, travels to the Western Hemisphere, settlements, and impact on European history. Discover interesting facts about their way of life and exploration activities.
