I WONDER - Why Did The Viking Raid Other Countries?

The Vikings, facing tough farming conditions and a need for more resources, embarked on voyages using their long ships to find better lands and treasures. Their culture valued courage, exemplified by their daring raid on the Lindisfarne monastery in 793 AD, which was so unexpected that it became widely discussed across Europe, akin to an ancient blockbuster event.

What was one of the main reasons Vikings sought new lands?

• To find better farming conditions

• To escape harsh winters

• To trade with other cultures

• To spread their religion

What mode of transportation did Vikings use for their explorations?

• Caravans

• Horses

• Long ships

• Chariots

What was the significance of the Vikings' raid on the Lindisfarne monastery?

• It was a failed attempt to conquer England

• It was a peaceful trade mission

• It was the first time Vikings used long ships

• It marked the beginning of the Viking Age

In what year did the Vikings raid the Lindisfarne monastery?

• 793 AD

• 800 AD

• 900 AD

• 850 AD

How did the European community react to the Lindisfarne raid?

• They ignored it

• It became a widely discussed event

• They immediately retaliated

• They welcomed the Vikings