Invaders, Traders & Raiders!

Which words best describe the Vikings?

• Conquerors & Peaceful

• Polite & Friendly

• Academic & Political

• Invaders & Settlers

When did the Vikings first invade Britain?

• AD887

• AD787

• AD687

• AD587

Which 3 countries make up Scandinavia?

• Denmark, Norway & Greece

• Denmark, Germany & Norway

• Denmark, Norway & Sweden

• Sweden, Denmark & Austria

King Alfred ruled which kingdom of Britain?

• York

• Wessex

• Northumbria

• Mercia

What was a Viking home called?

• Shorthouse

• Mediumhouse

• Longhouse

• Largehouse

What the focal point of a Viking home?

• Benches to sit on

• Tapestries to look at

• Table to eat on

• Open fire for heat and light

What was the payment system used to settle disputes between the criminal and the victim or the victim’s family?

• Danegeld

• Wergild

• Bergild

• Norgeld

What were Viking letters called?

• Sagas

• Legends

• Runes

• Tunes

Why were Viking longships so effective?

• They could carry a lot of valuables from raids

• They were unsinkable

• They were very fast and could travel in shallow water

• They were built from strong wood

What kingdom did the Vikings raid in AD866

• Wessex

• Mercia

• York

• Sussex