The Vikings — Life in the UK Test practice questions
These practice questions cover The Vikings, part of the A long and illustrious history chapter of the official handbook, Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents. The correct answer and a clear explanation sit under every question.
Practice questions
Where did the Vikings come from?
- ✓ Denmark and Norway — Correct answer
- Ireland and Wales
- Scotland and England
- France and Normandy
The Vikings came from Denmark and Norway. They first visited Britain in AD 789 to raid coastal towns and take away goods and slaves.
Where did the Vikings come from?
- ✓ Denmark and Norway — Correct answer
- Ireland and Wales
- Germany and Italy
- France and Spain
The Vikings came from Denmark and Norway. They first visited Britain in AD 789 to raid coastal towns.
From which countries did the Vikings come?
- Germany and Italy
- Ireland and Wales
- ✓ Denmark and Norway — Correct answer
- France and Spain
The Vikings came from Denmark and Norway. They first visited Britain in AD 789 to raid coastal towns and take away goods and slaves.
What was the name of the area in the east and north of England where many Viking settlers lived?
- The Midlands
- The Lowlands
- ✓ The Danelaw — Correct answer
- The Home Counties
Many Viking invaders stayed in the east and north of England in an area known as the Danelaw. Place names there, such as Grimsby and Scunthorpe, come from Viking languages.