I WONDER - What Is Sutton Hoo?

In 1939, an amateur archaeologist discovered Sutton Hoo, a significant archaeological site in the UK. The site revealed a burial ship and Anglo-Saxon treasures, including gold, silver, and a helmet, providing insights into Anglo-Saxon life. The identity of the buried individual remains unknown, but it might have been a king due to the valuable items found.

Who made the discovery of the Sutton Hoo site?

• A professional archaeologist

• A local farmer

• An amateur archaeologist

• A historian

What was the Sutton Hoo site primarily known for?

• A Roman villa

• A Viking settlement

• An Anglo-Saxon gravesite

• A medieval castle

What was found at the Sutton Hoo site that indicated it was a burial site?

• A series of tunnels

• A large mound

• A burial ship

• A stone circle

Which of the following was NOT found in the burial chamber at Sutton Hoo?

• A helmet

• Silver

• Gold

• A sword

What suggests that an Anglo-Saxon king might have been buried at Sutton Hoo?

• The presence of a crown

• The fancy jewels buried with the body

• The size of the burial ship

• The location of the site