Exploring the Anglo-Saxons

Who were the Anglo-Saxons?

• A religious sect that spread Christianity in England during the 6th century.

• A political alliance formed in the 10th century to resist Viking invasions.

• The Anglo-Saxons were a group of Germanic tribes that settled in England from the 5th century.

• A group of Celtic tribes that invaded England in the 5th century.

What countries did the Anglo-Saxons come from?

• Germany, Denmark, Netherlands

• Spain

• Italy

• France

What language did the Anglo-Saxons speak?

• Old Norse

• Middle English

• Latin

• Old English

What was the main religion of the Anglo-Saxons?

• Buddhism

• Paganism

• Hinduism

• Christianity

Name one famous Anglo-Saxon king.

• Henry VIII

• William the Conqueror

• Richard the Lionheart

• Alfred the Great

What is the significance of the year 1066 for the Anglo-Saxons?

• The establishment of the Church of England.

• The beginning of the Viking Age.

• The Norman Conquest of England.

• The signing of the Magna Carta.

What type of government did the Anglo-Saxons have?

• Oligarchy ruled by merchants

• Monarchy with local governance by nobles

• Theocracy led by religious leaders

• Democracy with elected officials

What were the main occupations of the Anglo-Saxons?

• Fishing, mining, and hunting

• Education, healthcare, and technology

• Agriculture, craftsmanship, trade, and military service.

• Banking, engineering, and law

What is an Anglo-Saxon 'heptarchy'?

• A type of medieval weapon

• A religious council in England

• A famous Anglo-Saxon king

• The seven kingdoms of early medieval England.

What is the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle?

• A historical record of the Anglo-Saxons from the 5th to the 12th century.

• A collection of poems from the 12th century.

• A legal document outlining Anglo-Saxon laws.

• A fictional story about Anglo-Saxon heroes.