Unification of England - 3 Minute History

In the 9th century, the Vikings invaded England, establishing control in Northumberland and Ireland. The Anglo-Saxons, led by Alfred the Great, resisted these invasions. Edward the Elder and Aethelflaed united Wessex and Mercia, defeating the Danes. Aethelstan later unified England, but faced challenges from Scotland and Viking forces. After his death, conflicts continued with Norwegian influence in Northumbria. The English eventually regained control, marking a period of shifting alliances and power struggles in the British Isles.

Which ruler used the weakening of English kingdoms to unite many provinces in Wales?

• Kenneth MacAlpine

• Alfred the Great

• Aethelred of Mercia

• Rhodri the Great

What was the outcome of Aethelwold's rebellion to claim the Wessex crown?

• He successfully became king

• The rebellion was crushed within a few years

• He formed an alliance with the Vikings

• He was exiled to Ireland

Who succeeded Ragnall as the ruler of Northumbria?

• Olaf Guthfritson

• Aethelstan

• Citric Cáech

• Edward the Elder

What significant battle did Aethelstan win against the alliance of Scots, Cumbrians, and Vikings?

• Battle of Tempsford

• Battle of Holme

• Battle of Corbridge

• Battle of Brunanburh

Who emerged in Northumbria and gained allegiance from many Northumbrians in 947?

• Olaf Guthfritson

• Eric Bloodaxe

• Malcolm of Scotland

• Aethelstan