The Viking Influence on the English Language

The video explores the profound influence of Vikings on the English language, highlighting how Old Norse contributed to English vocabulary, pronouns, and verbs. It discusses the integration of Viking culture through intermarriage and settlement, leading to shared language elements. The video also covers the impact on place names and personal names, as well as the role of Norse mythology in English. Additionally, it includes a segment promoting Rosetta Stone and the benefits of language learning.

What is one of the key contributions of Vikings to the English language?

• Creation of new alphabets

• Introduction of words like 'sky' and 'skull'

• Influence on English grammar

• Introduction of Latin words

What is the main focus of the collaboration with Rosetta Stone mentioned in the video?

• Creating language games

• Teaching historical facts

• Developing new language apps

• Promoting immersive language learning

Which pronouns in English are derived from Old Norse?

• He, she, it

• I, you, we

• They, them, their

• This, that, those

Which verb in English is influenced by Old Norse?

• Run

• Take

• Jump

• Speak

What is a common characteristic of words like 'skull' and 'skill'?

• They are modern inventions

• They are borrowed from French

• They start with 'sk' and are of Viking origin

• They are derived from Latin

Which of the following words is related to both 'skirt' and 'shirt' etymologically?

• Wide

• Long

• Short

• Narrow

What does the suffix 'by' in English place names indicate?

• A mountain

• A river

• A farm or town

• A forest

What does the name 'Jura' in the Hebrides mean?

• Land of the brave

• Place of the winds

• Animal island

• Island of the sun

What does the ending 'son' in surnames indicate?

• A place of origin

• Norse heritage

• A profession

• A title of nobility

Which day of the week is named after a Norse god?

• Thursday

• Saturday

• Monday

• Sunday