I WONDER - How Many Warriors Could Fit In A Viking Longship?

I WONDER - How Many Warriors Could Fit In A Viking Longship?

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5th - 6th Grade

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Viking boats were essential for their exploration and conquests. These boats could carry 60 warriors and were known for their speed. They featured animal carvings, often of dragons and snakes, to intimidate others. The boats were cleverly designed with shallow hulls for river travel and bows at both ends for easy maneuvering, especially in icy conditions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of Viking boats?

To be used as trading ships

To travel and explore new lands

To serve as floating homes

To act as fishing vessels

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many warriors could a typical Viking boat carry?

45

30

75

60

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Vikings carve animal heads on their boats?

To make the boats faster

To decorate the boats

To scare people

To honor their gods

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of animals were commonly carved on Viking boats?

Dragons and snakes

Bears and wolves

Eagles and hawks

Lions and tigers

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a unique feature of Viking boats that helped in icy conditions?

They had sails made of fur

They had bows at both ends

They were made of metal

They had heated decks