Vikings English

How did the Viking raids affect trade in Europe?

• They created new trade opportunities
• They made trade routes safer
• They stopped all trade
• They had no effect on trade

Which countries are part of Scandinavia?

• Sweden, Denmark, and Finland
• Norway, Iceland, and Denmark
• Norway, Sweden, and Denmark
• Finland, Iceland, and Norway

What was a challenge for Vikings living in Scandinavia?

• Cold weather and tough land
• Easy farming
• Too many crops
• Friendly neighbors

Why did the Vikings leave Scandinavia?

• To explore the mountains
• To learn new languages
• To find new farming land
• To escape from friendly neighbors

What does the term 'raid' mean in the context of Viking activities?

• To trade goods
• To attack and steal
• To build settlements
• To explore new lands

If you were a Viking, what would you likely be looking for on your raids?

• Farming land
• Treasure and riches
• Books and knowledge
• New friends

What was one impact of the Viking raids on the communities they attacked?

• They taught new farming methods
• They helped build new towns
• They caused fear and destruction
• They brought peace and friendship

What significant event happened at the Lindisfarne monastery in 793 AD?

• It was a peaceful gathering
• It was the first Viking raid
• It was a trade agreement
• It was a farming festival

What can we infer about the Vikings' view of attacking the Lindisfarne monastery?

• They thought it was a good idea
• They were afraid of the monks
• They believed it was wrong
• They wanted to make friends

How did the Vikings use rivers during their explorations?

• To build bridges
• To swim across to other lands
• To sneak into the heart of Britain
• To fish for food