The nature and extent of Viking settlement in the British Isles and France (OCR GCSE History A (Explaining the Modern World)): Flashcards
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Where were most Viking settlements outside Scandinavia?
Where were most Viking settlements outside Scandinavia?
In Danelaw and Normandy, granted by the Franks to Vikings.
What geographical feature indicates Viking settlements?
What geographical feature indicates Viking settlements?
Place names ending in 'by' or 'thorpe,' like Derby.
What was the composition of Viking settlements?
What was the composition of Viking settlements?
Viking settlements included families, not just warriors.
What does 'Normandy' mean?
What does 'Normandy' mean?
It means 'Land of the Norsemen.'
What did the Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte establish?
What did the Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte establish?
Rollo became the first Norman Count of Rouen in 911.
Who was Rollo's notable descendant?
Who was Rollo's notable descendant?
William, Duke of Normandy, who conquered England in 1066.
What was Ethelred known for regarding the Vikings?
What was Ethelred known for regarding the Vikings?
He paid Danegeld, or Dane’s money, for peace.
Who nearly ended Viking raids in England by 1035?
Who nearly ended Viking raids in England by 1035?
Cnut, King of Denmark, effectively ended Viking raids.
Which region suffered more Viking raids: West or East Francia?
Which region suffered more Viking raids: West or East Francia?
West and Middle Francia faced more Viking raids.
What treasure was found in Wieringen connected to Rorik?
What treasure was found in Wieringen connected to Rorik?
A significant Viking treasure, mainly silver, from around 850.