Viking Burial Practices and Society

Viking Burial Practices and Society

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

FREE Resource

The video explores the historical significance of Birka, a wealthy trading town, and the role of Signe, a prominent warrior leader. It delves into Viking funeral customs, highlighting the societal status displayed during such events. The narrative also covers the strong Eastern connections of Birka women, their attire, and the significance of gaming pieces found in graves. The video concludes with archaeological findings from the late 19th century, focusing on the extensively furnished grave BJ-581, which underscores the martial nature of the society.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Signe play in Birka society?

A merchant

A warrior leader

A religious figure

A farmer

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of Viking funerals?

To distribute the deceased's belongings

To perform religious rituals

To display societal status and wealth

To mourn the deceased

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was unique about the attire of Birka women like Signe?

It was made of gold

It was connected to the eastern route of the Vikings

It was purely decorative

It was made of wool

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was found on the lap of the deceased in Birka graves?

A shield

A sword

A gaming board and pieces

A book

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the presence of gaming pieces in graves suggest about Viking society?

They valued leisure activities

They were skilled craftsmen

They were primarily farmers

They had no interest in games

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What ritual was performed to link the deceased to Odin?

Throwing a spear over or into the grave

A dance around the grave

A feast in their honor

Lighting a ceremonial fire

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who excavated many of the Birka graves in the late 19th century?

Leif Erikson

Erik the Red

Hjalmar Stolpe

Charlotte Hedenstierna-Jonson

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was notable about the grave BJ-581?

It contained household equipment

It was extensively furnished with weapons

It was empty

It was the largest grave

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the lack of household equipment in BJ-581 indicate?

The person was not wealthy

The person was part of a martial society

The person was a farmer

The person was a trader