Viking Quiz Ted Ed + Sources

What geographical region did the Vikings come from?

• Rugged, inhospitable north
• Sunny beaches of the Mediterranean
• Vast deserts of Africa
• Subtropical rainforests of South America

What was the secret to the Vikings' success?

• Their formidable longships
• Their mastery of magic spells
• Their exceptional cooking skills
• Their ability to communicate with animals

What were the Viking longships originally based on?

• Humble dugout canoes
• Spaceships from another galaxy
• Rubber duckies
• Giant floating donuts

How did the Vikings improve their ships' efficiency?

• Replacing paddles with anchored oars
• Installing a built-in coffee maker
• Adding rocket boosters
• Teaching seagulls to row

Why did the Vikings start using sails on their ships?

• To travel faster and further in search of plunder
• To dry their laundry while at sea
• To scare away sea monsters
• To have impromptu dance parties

What could Viking longships carry to battle?

• Up to 100 Vikings
• A week's supply of pizza and soda
• A Viking band for onboard entertainment
• A herd of sheep for woolly companionship

What were Viking longships used for when not at war?

• Transporting goods and making trade journeys
• Hosting floating fashion shows
• Whale watching tours
• Pirate-themed weddings

How did the Vikings settle and explore new territories?

• By landing on open beaches and penetrating river systems
• Building teleportation devices
• Using time-traveling Viking helmets
• By riding mythical sea creatures

What enabled the Vikings to sail to North America before other Europeans?

• Their inventiveness and navigation skills
• A secret treasure map
• Magical teleportation stones
• A friendly Viking dolphin guide

How much cargo could the larger Viking longships carry?

• Tens of tons of cargo
• A few snacks for the journey
• The entire population of Scandinavia
• An unlimited supply of Viking helmets