Quiz on Anglo-Saxons History

In which century did the Anglo-Saxons start inhabiting Britain?

• 7th century

• 5th century

• 9th century

• 3rd century

What was the date of the end of the Western Roman Empire according to Odoacer, the first king of Italy?

• 600

• 476

• 500

• 550

What language did the Romans speak when they arrived in Britain?

• Anglo-Saxon

• Old English

• Vulgar Latin

• Common Brittonic

What was the main material used for building Anglo-Saxon structures?

• Stone

• Brick

• Timber

• Concrete

What type of burial technique was used by the Anglo-Saxons for men of high social class?

• Cremation

• Ship burial

• Barrow burial

• Ground burial

Where was the biggest Anglo-Saxon treasure found in July 2009?

• London

• Manchester

• Staffordshire

• York

What was the main material of the objects found in the Staffordshire Hoard?

• Bronze

• Iron

• Gold and Silver

• Copper

Which language is Old English closely related to?

• Latin

• Greek

• French

• German

What was the significance of the ship burials for the Anglo-Saxons?

• To mark territory

• To showcase wealth

• To protect the dead in the afterlife

• To honor women

What was the term used by the Romans to refer to the Germanic tribes in Britain?

• Angi

• Anglo-Saxons

• Frians

• Juds