Viking and Arthurian Study Guide

Viking Vocabulary

  • Utilize the provided Quizlet to learn essential Viking vocabulary.

Norse Gods and Goddesses

  • Identify key Norse deities:

    • Freyja

    • Loki

    • Njord

    • Thor

    • Odin

Realms of the Norse Universe

  • Understand the important realms:

    • Midgard: The realm of humans.

    • Asgard (Valhalla): The realm of the gods, specifically Odin's hall for honored dead warriors.

    • Helheim: The realm of the dead ruled by Hel.

Yggdrasil

  • Identify the name of the tree that supports the nine realms.

Viking Origins and Invasion of Britain

  • Note the geographical origins of the Vikings and the initial year of their invasion of Britain.

Viking Raids and Attacks

  • Explain common locations and motivations behind Viking raids or attacks. Consider factors such as wealth, resources, and strategic positioning.

Viking Figures

  • Describe the following individuals:

    • Ivar the Boneless

    • Harald Bluetooth

    • Erik the Red

    • Leif Ericson

    • Ragnar Lodbrok

  • Explain their fame and connections. Note that there are two fathers and three sons among them.

Ivar the Boneless as a Leader

  • Analyze the qualities that made Ivar the Boneless an effective leader.

Viking Influence

  • Describe ways the Vikings influenced the regions where they settled. Consider cultural, linguistic, and political impacts.

Anglo-Saxons

  • Identify the Anglo-Saxons and their settlement locations.

William the Conqueror

  • Explain the significance of William the Conqueror.

Normans

  • Discuss the Normans, their geographical location, and their language.

Alfred the Great of Wessex

  • Describe Alfred the Great of Wessex and his historical importance.

Impact of Norman Invasion on Old English

  • Explain a major impact of the Norman invasion on the Old English language.

End of the Viking Age

  • Describe how and when the Viking Age ended.

Arthurian Figures

  • Identify the following people:

    • King Arthur

    • Lancelot

    • Merlin

    • Guinevere

    • Galahad

    • Mordred

Lancelot and Conflict

  • Identify King Arthur’s favorite knight and describe the conflict they had.

Round Table and Excalibur

  • What was the Round Table? What was the name of Arthur's sword?

Fate of Guinevere and Arthur

  • Describe what happened to Guinevere and King Arthur.

The Holy Grail

  • Identify the religious object that the knights searched for.