Vikings Quiz

Where did the Vikings come from?

• France, Germany, and Italy

• Norway, Sweden, and Denmark

• Spain, Portugal, and Greece

• Russia, Poland, and Ukraine

What term is used to describe the Vikings in the text?

• Men of peace

• Men of war

• Men of trade

• Men of wisdom

What did the monks at Lindisfarne experience once the Viking longships landed?

• A peaceful negotiation

• A violent invasion

• A trade agreement

• A religious ceremony

What was the primary construction material for Viking longships?

• Iron

• Wood

• Plastic

• Glass

What was the main city of the Byzantine Empire where the Vikings traded?

• Rome

• Constantinople

• Paris

• London

What was the purpose of giving Normandy to Rollo?

• To reward him

• To stop him attacking

• To form an alliance

• To expand the kingdom

What does the word Viking mean?

• Explorer

• Pirate

• Farmer

• Warrior

What did sagas often describe?

• The adventures of great Viking warriors or gods

• The daily life of farmers

• The history of other countries

• The weather patterns

What were runes?

• Wooden stones

• Letters carved into wood or stone

• Paintings on stones

• Woven images

How was Thor's temperament described?

• Calm and wise

• Quick-tempered but good-hearted

• Mischievous and cunning

• Cold and distant