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Who was the leader of the Viking gods?
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?
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?
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?
Who repelled the invasion of Wessex during the Viking era?
What was the main purpose of the Vikings coming to England in 865?
What was the main purpose of the Vikings coming to England in 865?
What type of shield did most Vikings use for protection in battle?
What type of shield did most Vikings use for protection in battle?
Which god was considered the most popular among the Vikings?
Which god was considered the most popular among the Vikings?
Where is the Oseberg ship, discovered in 1904, now located?
Where is the Oseberg ship, discovered in 1904, now located?
Which type of ship was primarily used for trading by the Vikings?
Which type of ship was primarily used for trading by the Vikings?
What was the main reason for the Vikings' defeat in Ireland?
What was the main reason for the Vikings' defeat in Ireland?
Which region of Great Britain saw the least settlement by the Vikings?
Which region of Great Britain saw the least settlement by the Vikings?
What misconception about the Vikings does the text dispel?
What misconception about the Vikings does the text dispel?
What does the word 'Viking' mean?
What does the word 'Viking' mean?
Where did most Vikings live?
Where did most Vikings live?
What were the primary responsibilities of Viking women?
What were the primary responsibilities of Viking women?
What were the main occupations of Viking men?
What were the main occupations of Viking men?
