Who were the Vikings?

Who were the Vikings?

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History

1st - 6th Grade

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The video explores the Vikings, originating from Sweden and Denmark, known for their skills as explorers, navigators, and shipbuilders. The term 'Viking' refers to their raiding activities, which spread terror across Europe from 800 to 1050 AD. They sought gold, silver, and slaves, reaching as far as Baghdad and even America. Beyond raiding, Vikings were also farmers, fishermen, and skilled craftsmen with a rich tradition of storytelling, leaving behind the famous Viking sagas.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'Viking' originally refer to?

A type of ship

The act of raiding

A farming technique

A group of explorers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which period did the Vikings primarily conduct their raids?

1050 to 1300 AD

1300 to 1500 AD

800 to 1050 AD

500 to 800 AD

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following regions did the Vikings reach during their explorations?

Antarctica

Australia

Baghdad

South America

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Apart from raiding, what other occupations were common among the Vikings?

Farming and fishing

Banking and trading

Mining and weaving

Teaching and writing

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the Viking stories that have survived to this day called?

Viking Chronicles

Viking Sagas

Viking Legends

Viking Myths