Developmets And Achievements Flashcards
What are some characteristics of an honourable Viking man?
Being patient and cool headed in taking revenge
Never breaking a promise
Accepting life and death were decided by fate
Facing death with courage
What are some reasons believed by scholars for Viking raids?
Revenge
Opportunism
Necessity
Desire for wealth and glory
Did Vikings wear horned helmets?
Vikings did not wear horned helmets, they are a historical inaccuracy perpetuated by popular culture
What piece of clothing marked berserkers?
Bear or wolf skin coats
To which god are berserkers linked to?
Odin
What does Viking weaponry and jewellery tell us about them?
They were skilled metalworkers
How did Viking society change significantly in the late 8th century?
They became a source of fear as they began to expand their territory, raid and plunder
What was particularly terrifying for victims of Viking raids?
Vikings were still trading during the time of raids, so people didn’t know whether they were raiding or trading
Who was Charlemagne?
The King of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor who ordered pagans to become Christians or be killed
What did Vikings use as guides when navigating?
Sun, Stars, Weather Patterns, Bird Flight Trails, Coastal Features
What was different about longships?
They were twice as long as trade ships with a leaner hull and could sail in very close to shore
What was used on longships to help heighten the terror of victims?
Huge square sails dyed blood red, dragon heads which Vikings believed frightened away evil spirits or monsters
What did Vikings call longships?
Drakkar, which means dragon
Why were weapons so important to Vikings?
They signified a man’s wealth or power
Why was a Viking king reassured at having a few berserkers in battle?
It was seen as having Odin’s protection
