The Saxon Influence on Britain

What was the primary reason for the construction of the Saxon Shore fortifications?

• To mark the boundary of the Roman Empire

• To establish trade routes

• To defend against Saxon pirate attacks

• To protect against Roman invasions

Where did the Saxons originally come from?

• Present-day France

• Present-day North Germany

• Scandinavia

• The British Isles

Which of the following kingdoms was NOT formed by the Saxons in Britain?

• Sussex

• Essex

• Mercia

• Wessex

What was a significant factor in the Saxons' integration with the Romanized Britons?

• The fall of the Roman Empire

• The Viking raids

• The Christianization process

• The Norman invasion

What language did the Saxons help develop in Britain?

• Celtic

• Latin

• Old English

• French