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?

Alfred the Great Signup and view all the answers

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

To search for treasure and wealth Signup and view all the answers

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

Round wooden shield Signup and view all the answers

Which god was considered the most popular among the Vikings?

Thor Signup and view all the answers

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

Museum in Oslo, Norway Signup and view all the answers

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

Knarr Signup and view all the answers

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

Defeat by Irish allied forces Signup and view all the answers

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

Wales Signup and view all the answers

What misconception about the Vikings does the text dispel?

Vikings were primarily savage marauders Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'Viking' mean?

Pirate raid Signup and view all the answers

Where did most Vikings live?

Farms in Scandinavia Signup and view all the answers

What were the primary responsibilities of Viking women?

Baking bread and making cheese Signup and view all the answers

What were the main occupations of Viking men?

Craftsmen or traders Signup and view all the answers

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