Alfred the Great and Viking Invasions

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What new threat emerged in the 9th century that disrupted the Anglo-Saxon way of life?

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The Vikings

Front

What was the primary religion disrupted by the Viking raids in England?

Back

Christianity

Front

Which kingdom is located to the south of Mercia on the map?

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Wessex

Front

What was the main focus of Alfred the Great's military organization?

Back

Defensive strategies

Front

Where did the Vikings originate from? Options: France, Germany, and Italy; Norway, Denmark, and Sweden; Spain, Portugal, and Greece; Russia, Poland, and Ukraine

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Norway, Denmark, and Sweden

Front

Which area on the map is labeled as 'The Danelaw'? Options: Scotland, Ireland, Eastern England, Wales

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Eastern England

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What type of warriors were the Vikings described as?

Back

Skilled sailors and brutal warriors

Front

Which city is located in the Danelaw region according to the map? Options: Edinburgh, York, Cardiff, Dublin

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York

Front

What year did the Battle of Edington take place?

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878

Front

What did the conversion of Guthrum symbolize?

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The defeat of the old gods of the Danes