Vikings History and Culture
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Who was the leader of the Viking gods?

  • Eric Bloodaxe
  • Odin (correct)
  • Freya
  • Frey
  • In which year did William the Conqueror end the Viking era in England?

  • 865
  • 947
  • 1066 (correct)
  • 1016
  • Which Viking king captured York, also known as Jorvik?

  • Alfred the Great
  • Canute the Great
  • Eric Bloodaxe (correct)
  • Sweyn I
  • Who repelled the invasion of Wessex during the Viking era?

    <p>Alfred the Great</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main purpose of the Vikings coming to England in 865?

    <p>To search for treasure and wealth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of shield did most Vikings use for protection in battle?

    <p>Round wooden shield</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which god was considered the most popular among the Vikings?

    <p>Thor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the Oseberg ship, discovered in 1904, now located?

    <p>Museum in Oslo, Norway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ship was primarily used for trading by the Vikings?

    <p>Knarr</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for the Vikings' defeat in Ireland?

    <p>Defeat by Irish allied forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of Great Britain saw the least settlement by the Vikings?

    <p>Wales</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What misconception about the Vikings does the text dispel?

    <p>Vikings were primarily savage marauders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'Viking' mean?

    <p>Pirate raid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did most Vikings live?

    <p>Farms in Scandinavia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the primary responsibilities of Viking women?

    <p>Baking bread and making cheese</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the main occupations of Viking men?

    <p>Craftsmen or traders</p> Signup and view all the answers

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