Y7 Vikings L5 Do Now

• History
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Date - 17th January 2024

Title - What was the significance of the Spillings Hoard?

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1. Why was trade so important to the Vikings?

2. Explain how Viking society was structured. (Think about jarls, bondi and thralls)

What did the Vikings receive in exchange for their goods in Constantinople?

1. Copper
2. Bronze
3. Silver
4. Gold

Which route did the Vikings use to reach Constantinople?

1. Amazon River
2. Nile River
3. Dnieper River

Viking trade routes were crucial for connecting distant societies.

Yes, they contributed to global interconnectedness.

No, they were isolated and limited.

Yes, they facilitated the exchange of goods and ideas.

No, they were primarily for local trade.

What impact did Viking trade with Constantinople have on their society?

1. Decline in economy
2. Cultural exchange
3. Isolation
4. Increased wealth

Who were the Viking ruling class?

1. Jarls
2. Sailors
3. Bondi
4. Thralls

What were free peasants in Viking society called?

1. Thralls
2. Jarls
3. Warriors
4. Bondi

Which group in Viking society were slaves?

1. Raiders
2. Thralls
3. Jarls
4. Merchants

What was the main role of the jarls in Viking society?

1. Trading
2. Farming
3. Crafting
4. Ruling and decision-making

How did Viking women contribute to the economy?

1. They primarily relied on men for economic support.
2. They had no involvement in economic activities.
3. They were involved in trading and managing farms.
4. They were limited to domestic tasks.

What rights did Viking women have in legal matters?

1. They had no legal rights.
2. They were not allowed to own any property.
3. They had the right to inherit property and divorce.
4. They had to seek permission from men for legal matters.

Were Viking women involved in warfare?

1. They were not physically capable of participating in battles.
2. They were forbidden from any involvement in warfare.
3. Some participated in battles and defended their communities.
4. They only played supportive roles in wars.

The Vikings' language skills and navigational expertise were key to their trade success.

Yes, they were adaptable and skilled traders.

No, their success was mainly due to plundering.

Yes, their navigation skills expanded their trade reach.

No, their success was based on military prowess.