Viking Migration and Its Impacts

The video discusses the Viking invasion of Britain, highlighting the transition from Roman to Anglo-Saxon control. It explains the favorable geographic conditions of Britain compared to Scandinavia, which prompted Viking migration and raids. The video also covers the conflicts between Vikings and Anglo-Saxons and concludes with questions for students to consider.

Who took over Britain after the Romans left?

• The Anglo-Saxons

• The Vikings

• The Normans

• The Celts

What makes Britain's geography suitable for farming?

• Dense forests

• High mountains

• Desert climate

• Flat land with hills

How is the geography of Scandinavia different from Britain?

• Scandinavia is covered in dense forests

• Scandinavia is rocky and mountainous

• Scandinavia has a desert climate

• Scandinavia is mostly flat

Why did the Vikings find Britain an attractive place to migrate?

• It offered better farming opportunities

• It was overcrowded

• It was isolated from trade routes

• It had a harsh climate

What was one of the economic reasons for Viking migration?

• Abundance of gold in Scandinavia

• Trade opportunities in Britain

• Lack of resources in Britain

• High taxes in Britain

What was a social factor that pushed Vikings to leave Scandinavia?

• Peaceful relations with neighbors

• Equal inheritance for all children

• Eldest son inheritance law

• Abundance of land

What was a consequence of Viking migration to Britain?

• Peaceful coexistence with Anglo-Saxons

• Increased trade with Scandinavia

• Conflicts and wars with Anglo-Saxons

• Complete Viking control over Britain

What was the first Viking raid in Britain?

• The raid on Edinburgh

• The raid on London

• The raid on Lindisfarne

• The raid on York

What was a cultural impact of Viking migration?

• Spread of Christianity

• Introduction of Norse mythology

• Introduction of Roman architecture

• Decline of trade routes

What was a key factor that pulled Vikings towards Britain?

• Wealth and resources

• Overpopulation

• Isolation from Europe

• Harsh climate