When Vikings Talked English: The Scandinavian Roots Quiz

Which of the following English words is NOT of Scandinavian origin?

• Egg

• Window

• Book

• Leg

The Scandinavian influence on Old English introduced many words related to:

• Astronomy

• Everyday life and common objects

• Medicine

• Philosophy

What type of words did the Vikings primarily contribute to Old English?

• Legal and administrative terms

• Scientific terminology

• Religious vocabulary

• Poetic expressions

The Old English word "law" is borrowed from which language?

• Latin

• Old Norse (Scandinavian)

• French

• Celtic

Which suffix commonly found in English surnames indicates Scandinavian origin?

• -son

• -ing

• -ton

• -ford

Which of these verbs is of Scandinavian origin?

• To write

• To thrive

• To think

• To build

The word "husband" in English comes from Old Norse words meaning:

• House + occupier

• Farmer + worker

• Warrior + leader

• Trader + merchant

Which area in England is most associated with Scandinavian settlement and influence?

• Wessex

• Danelaw

• Mercia

• Cornwall

Scandinavian loanwords entered English primarily during which period?

• Renaissance

• Middle English period

• Modern English period

• Old English period

The Old Norse word "thrall" means:

• King

• Warrior

• Slave

• Merchant