Alfred the Great and Viking Invasions

What new threat emerged in the 9th century that disrupted the Anglo-Saxon way of life?

• The Normans

• The Romans

• The Vikings

• The Celts

Which kingdom is located to the south of Mercia on the map?

• Northumbria

• Wessex

• East Anglia

• Kent

What was the main focus of Alfred the Great's military organization?

• Offensive attacks

• Defensive strategies

• Naval expansion

• Diplomatic relations

Where did the Vikings originate from?

• France, Germany, and Italy

• Norway, Denmark, and Sweden

• Spain, Portugal, and Greece

• Russia, Poland, and Ukraine

Which area on the map is labeled as 'The Danelaw'?

• Scotland

• Ireland

• Eastern England

• Wales

What type of warriors were the Vikings described as?

• Peaceful and diplomatic

• Skilled sailors and brutal warriors

• Farmers and traders

• Philosophers and scholars

Which city is located in the Danelaw region according to the map?

• Edinburgh

• York

• Cardiff

• Dublin

What year did the Battle of Edington take place?

• 1066

• 878

• 793

• 1016

What did the conversion of Guthrum symbolize?

• The end of the Viking raids

• The defeat of the old gods of the Danes

• The beginning of a new war

• The rise of a new king

What did the Treaty of Wedmore require Guthrum to do?

• Return to Denmark

• Convert to Christianity

• Pay a large sum of money

• Surrender his army