Viking Vocabulary Flashcards
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Vikings
People from Norway, Sweden, and Denmark who were sailors, fighters, and farmers.
Vikings are known for their exploration, raids, and settlements across Europe.
Longship
A fast, skinny boat used by Vikings to sail across the sea.
Longships had a dragon head and were designed for speed.
Raid
A surprise attack to steal treasure or food.
Vikings raided villages and took gold.
Invade
To enter a place with an army and try to take it over.
Vikings invaded parts of England.
Settlement
A place where people build homes and live.
Vikings made settlements in England.
Scandinavia
The cold, northern part of Europe where Vikings came from, including Norway, Sweden, and Denmark.
It is known for its harsh climate and rugged terrain.
Norse
Another word for Viking people or their language.
The Norse believed in many gods.
Warrior
A strong fighter or soldier.
Viking warriors carried axes and shields.
Shield
A round, flat object used to block attacks.
Vikings used shields in battle.
Axe
A sharp tool or weapon with a blade.
Vikings used axes to chop wood and fight.
Helmet
A hard hat that protected Viking heads in battle.
Not all Viking helmets had horns.
Saga
A long story told about brave Viking adventures.
Sagas were passed down from parents to children.
Rune
A Viking letter used for writing.
Runes were carved into stones or wood.
Fjord
A deep sea inlet between steep cliffs.
Vikings lived near fjords in Scandinavia.
Chieftain
The leader of a Viking village or group.
Chieftains made big decisions for their people.
Monastery
A place where monks live and pray.
Vikings often raided monasteries for treasure.
Trade
To buy, sell, or swap goods.
Vikings traded furs, silver, and weapons.
Explore
To go to new places to find out about them.
Vikings explored far lands like Iceland and even North America!
Conquer
To take control of a place by fighting.
Vikings tried to conquer parts of Britain.
Danelaw
The part of England ruled by Vikings.
People there followed Viking laws.
Berserker
A wild Viking warrior who fought without fear.
They were said to fight like animals!
Valhalla
A special Viking heaven for brave warriors.
They believed they would go there after dying in battle.
Thor
A strong Viking god with a hammer.
He made thunder and protected people.
Mythology
A group of old stories about gods and magic.
Viking mythology includes Thor and Loki.
