History of the Anglo Saxon Period

What period does the Anglo-Saxon era in Britain cover?

• 410-1066 AD

• 300-800 AD

• 500-1000 AD

• 600-1200 AD

Who was the first Anglo-Saxon king to be converted to Christianity?

• King Arthur

• Ethelbert of Kent

• Offa of Mercia

• Alfred the Great

Which poem is about a hero who fought a monster named Grendel?

• The Ruin

• Beowulf

• The Battle of Maldon

• The Canterbury Tales

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What was the name of the area ruled by the Vikings in Britain?

• Mercia

• Danelaw

• Northumbria

• Wessex

Which kingdom was known for the Sutton Hoo ship burial?

• Essex

• Kent

• East Anglia

• Sussex

How did climate change influence the Anglo-Saxon invasions of Britain?

What impact did Christianity have on Anglo-Saxon society and governance?

Compare the roles of King Alfred and King Athelstan in shaping Anglo-Saxon England.

How did the frequent conflicts among Anglo-Saxon kingdoms shape their political structure?

How did the Anglo-Saxons' interactions with the Vikings influence their culture and history?