Understanding Viking Lifestyle and Experimental Archaeology

What region is Alan Olsen from?

• North Jutland, Denmark

• South Jutland, Denmark

• East Jutland, Denmark

• West Jutland, Denmark

What role does Alan Olsen play in his Viking group?

• Scout

• Archer

• Shield-bearer

• Spearman

How do Viking reenactors like Alan Olsen handle injuries?

• They avoid getting injured

• With modern medicine

• With historical remedies

• They consider it part of the experience

Why do Vikings like Alan Olsen choose to live like their ancestors?

• To earn money

• For entertainment

• For historical research

• To escape modern stress

What does Alan Olsen find stressful about modern society?

• Technological updates

• Lack of community

• Educational systems

• Environmental issues

What is the main reason Alan and his group wear historically accurate clothes?

• For fashion

• For comfort

• For authenticity

• For warmth

What materials do Vikings like Alan Olsen sleep on?

• Wool and leather

• Furs and skins

• Silk and velvet

• Cotton and linen

What does Alan Olsen use to cook his meals during his Viking reenactments?

• Electric stoves

• Solar cookers

• Open fires

• Modern appliances

What is the purpose of experimental archaeology as practiced by Viking enthusiasts?

• To understand historical lifestyles

• To develop modern tools

• To study animal behavior

• To create new technologies

How long might Alan Olsen live as a Viking for an immersive experience?

• Six months

• A week or two

• A year

• A month