📕 Chapter 3: A Long and Illustrious History
Where did the Vikings come from?
Correct answer: Denmark and Norway
A France and Spain
✓ Denmark and Norway
C Germany and Poland
D Italy and Greece
💡 Explanation
The Vikings came from Denmark and Norway.
Key facts to remember
- Vikings from Denmark and Norway raided from ~AD 789
- They attacked monasteries along the coast
- Settled in eastern and northern England (the Danelaw)
- Alfred the Great of Wessex fought the Vikings
- Alfred agreed to the Danelaw boundary
- Alfred is the only English king called 'the Great'
- Athelstan was the first king of all England
Why this is the answer
From the official Life in the UK study material — 3.1.4 The Vikings and Danish invasions:
From about AD 789, the Vikings from Denmark and Norway began raiding Britain. They attacked monasteries along the coast, stealing treasure and taking captives. The Vikings were skilled sailors and warriors. Over time, they began to settle in Britain, particularly in the east and north of England, in an area that became known as the Danelaw.
King Alfred the Great of Wessex fought against the Vikings and eventually made peace with them. He agreed to let the Vikings keep the Danelaw in exchange for peace. Alfred is the only English king to be called 'the Great'. He is also remembered for promoting education and establishing a legal code. His grandson Athelstan later became the first king of all England.
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