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A journey through Viking York: Houses, halls and craftspeople

Quiz by Oak National Academy: KS2 History (2)

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  • Q1
    What does 'invasion' mean?
    to enter a country armed and capture it
    to enter a country to explore it
    to enter a country to trade with it
    to enter a country to learn about their culture
    30s
  • Q2
    Complete the sentence: The ______ invaded York.
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    30s
  • Q3
    Put the events of the Viking invasion into order, starting with the earliest.
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    30s
  • Q4
    Why was York an important strategic location?
    It was high up on a hill.
    It was between two rivers.
    It was on flat land.
    It is next to the coast.
    30s
  • Q5
    When York was made the Viking captial, what did they rename it?
    Eoforwic
    Jorvik
    London
    Denmark
    30s
  • Q6
    Why did the population of Viking York grow?
    due to its famous theatres and temples
    due to its restored buildings and houses
    due to its location between two rivers
    due to its popularity as a trading centre
    30s

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