Homelands (OCR GCSE History A (Explaining the Modern World)): Flashcards
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What is Yggdrasil in Viking mythology?
What is Yggdrasil in Viking mythology?
The world tree connecting the nine worlds.
What is the home of the Aesir gods?
What is the home of the Aesir gods?
Asgard is home to Odin and the Aesir gods.
Where do humans live in Viking mythology?
Where do humans live in Viking mythology?
Humans live in Midgard, also known as Middle Earth.
Who is the god of thunder in Viking mythology?
Who is the god of thunder in Viking mythology?
Thor is the god of storms and thunder.
What day is named after Odin?
What day is named after Odin?
Wednesday is named Wodin’s Day after Odin.
What was the Viking ritual for the dead?
What was the Viking ritual for the dead?
Cremation and burial with grave goods were common.
What is a Blood Eagle in Norse literature?
What is a Blood Eagle in Norse literature?
A ritualized execution linked to sacrifice for Odin.
Who are the gods of nature and harvest in Norse mythology?
Who are the gods of nature and harvest in Norse mythology?
Freya and Freyr are associated with nature and harvest.
How often did Viking kings perform human sacrifices?
How often did Viking kings perform human sacrifices?
Every ninth year, kings offered sacrifices over nine days.
What does the word 'Viking' mean in Old Norse?
What does the word 'Viking' mean in Old Norse?
'Viking' means 'pirate' or 'raider' in Old Norse.