Viking ships, seafaring and trade c.750 (OCR GCSE History A (Explaining the Modern World)): Flashcards
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What powered Viking boats initially?
What powered Viking boats initially?
Viking boats were powered by sails and oars.
What was significant about the Oseberg ship discovery?
What was significant about the Oseberg ship discovery?
It revealed advanced Viking shipbuilding techniques.
What trading system did Vikings use?
What trading system did Vikings use?
Vikings used the barter system for trading goods.
What were common Viking traded goods?
What were common Viking traded goods?
Timber, leather, smoked fish, fur, and slaves were traded.
By the early 8th century, what were Vikings known for?
By the early 8th century, what were Vikings known for?
Vikings were known as traders, explorers, and warriors.
What is a knarr?
What is a knarr?
A knarr is an ocean-going cargo ship for heavy trading.
What materials made up a Viking longship?
What materials made up a Viking longship?
Viking longships were made of timber like oak and ash.
How did Vikings navigate their ships?
How did Vikings navigate their ships?
They used the sun, stars, wind, and landmarks for navigation.
Where were dirhams found as Viking trade evidence?
Where were dirhams found as Viking trade evidence?
Dirhams were found in Denmark, Russia, and Norway.
What was found in Birka, Sweden during excavations?
What was found in Birka, Sweden during excavations?
Chinese silk fragments indicated Viking trading networks.