Viking Quiz

What is Viking Norse Mythology

• Viking Norse Mythology is the religious beliefs and folklore of the Norse people, including stories of gods, goddesses, and mythical creatures.
• Viking Norse Mythology is a culinary tradition of the Norse people
• Viking Norse Mythology is a form of ancient Greek mythology
• Viking Norse Mythology is a type of modern fiction

What are Viking raids for?

• Viking raids were attempts to spread Christianity
• Viking raids were surprise attacks on coastal areas by Norse warriors seeking wealth, land, and slaves.
• Viking raids were focused on promoting trade and cultural exchange
• Viking raids were peaceful diplomatic missions

What did the Vikings steal during their raids?

• Textiles, pottery, books
• Gold, silver, jewelry, livestock, and slaves
• Crops, weapons, tools
• Artifacts, relics, manuscripts

What did the Vikings do in their day-to-day lives?

• Vikings were primarily farmers, traders, and warriors. They engaged in activities such as farming, fishing, trading goods, crafting tools and weapons, sailing on longships, and participating in raids.
• Vikings were peaceful nomads who avoided conflict and lived in harmony with nature.
• Vikings were known for their advanced technology and scientific discoveries.
• Vikings spent most of their time practicing meditation and spirituality.

How did the Vikings expand?

• They didn't

• Through trading - They traded on rivers, lakes, and over land when necessary, using horses, camels, and their own feet.

• Exploration- They were skilled seafarers who explored new land for raids.

• Warfare - Their attacks evolved from seasonal raids to multi-seasonal expeditions and state-sponsored invasions.

Who are Vikings?

• Ancient Roman warriors
• Medieval Chinese merchants
• Modern American astronauts
• Vikings are Norse seafarers from Scandinavia who raided and traded from the late 8th to late 11th centuries Norse

what did the Vikings celebrate?

• Celebrating the end of winter
• Honoring their enemies
• Marking the discovery of new lands
• Various events such as religious festivals, weddings, successful raids, and the changing of seasons.

How were the Viking women treated

• Viking women were treated with respect and had more rights compared to women in other societies of that time.
• Viking women were treated as inferior to women in other societies
• Viking women were treated as equals to men in all aspects
• Viking women were treated as slaves and had no rights

How did the Viking children live?

• Viking children lived in castles
• Viking children lived alone in the wilderness
• Viking children lived in modern cities
• Viking children lived with their families, helping with chores and learning important skills.

At what age do you have to be married as a Viking?

• Early teens
• As early as 12 years old. By the age of 20, virtually all men and women were married.

• Late thirties
• Late teens or early twenties