The nature and extent of Viking settlement across the Atlantic (OCR GCSE History A (Explaining the Modern World)): Flashcards
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Who was the first European explorer of North America?
Who was the first European explorer of North America?
Leif Ericson, a Viking, is believed to be the first.
When was Leif Ericson Day declared in the US?
When was Leif Ericson Day declared in the US?
Leif Ericson Day was declared on October 9, 1964.
Who was Leif Ericson's father?
Who was Leif Ericson's father?
His father was Erik the Red, a Viking explorer.
Which king converted Leif Ericson to Christianity?
Which king converted Leif Ericson to Christianity?
He was converted by King Olaf I Tryggvason of Norway.
Where did Leif Ericson land in North America?
Where did Leif Ericson land in North America?
He landed in Newfoundland, also called Vinland.
What revealed Viking presence in Newfoundland?
What revealed Viking presence in Newfoundland?
Archaeological evidence found in L'Anse aux Meadows.
What initiated Viking settlement in Iceland?
What initiated Viking settlement in Iceland?
Ingolfur Arnarson and his wife were the first settlers.
Which kingdoms led to Viking expansion to Iceland?
Which kingdoms led to Viking expansion to Iceland?
Vikings came from Norway, Ireland, and Scotland.
What led to the fall of the Greenland Viking settlements?
What led to the fall of the Greenland Viking settlements?
Climate change, resource depletion, and conflict caused decline.
What formed the main food sources for Vikings in Greenland?
What formed the main food sources for Vikings in Greenland?
Farming, grazing livestock, and hunting marine animals.