Vocabulary
Use the glossary, what does fjords mean?
a narrow sea inlet between steep slopes and cliffs
What did Leif call the land he discovered?
Vinland
Where does Eric's nickname come from?
His thick red hair
True or false- Christopher Columbus and Leif Erickson sailed together to North Ameria
False
Create an inference from these piece of evidence found on page 5:
“... discovered and settled both Iceland and Greenland. They discovered North America long before Christopher Columbus."
"...invaded many different towns and cities across Europe and Russia."
"...raided the city of Jerusalem..."
Answers may vary-
Example: Vikings sailed to many places seeking land and riches
On page 18, the author uses the phrase "hungry to fight", what does this mean?
This means the Vikings are looking for fights, they want to fight.
Who was Leif Erickson's father?
Eric the Red
What is an example of something Eric the Red did that was reckless?
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He killed three men in a fight
What countries did Vikings come from?
Norway, Sweden and Denmark
Create an inference from these piece of evidence found on page 5:
"Monasteries were frequent targets of Viking raids because they had few defenses and often housed many valuable objects"
Example: It was easy for Vikings to attack these people because Vikings were strong. They went in and easily took the valuables.
Use the word "settlement" in a sentence
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Why did Leif decide to sail to Norway?
Since he was the second son, he didn't get the family's land so he decided to sail
What country did Eric the Red find?
Greenland
What type of material did Vikings use on their caps and shields?
Leather
Create an inference from these piece of evidence found on page 13:
"They expected an easy journey, but the sea was very rough. Only fourteen of the twenty-five ships reached Greenland safely."
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Example:Many people died on their way to Greenland.
What does it mean to raid as used on pages 5-6?
To steal from others
How did Leif Erickson get his nickname "Leif the Lucky"?
He got this nickname by finding a wrecked trading ship and saving the crew on a voyage home. He was given all the ship's cargo.
What was the government of Greenland based off?
What mythical creature was carved on fast Viking ships?
Dragons
Create an inference from these piece of evidence found on page 11:
"In a democratic government, people can vote on ideas, laws and rulers."
"Iceland continued to attract strong, brave people who wanted to have a voice in their own lives."
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Example: Iceland was a place people wanted to go to have freedom
What does "pioneer" mean as it is used on page 10?
The first person to do something, I know because it says "Gardard Svavarsson, wanted to find new, unknown lands." This tells me he is looking for places that no one has discovered before
Why did people stop exploring new lands?
They thought it was alot of trouble/work, especially after the relationship with the native tribes
Would you want to journey to Greenland, why or why not?
Answers may vary
- no, the sea was rough
- no, I would be afraid of Eric the Red
- yes, I'd want a new adventure
- yes, I'd want to get away from the bad king
Name some commonly used words that come from the Vikings?
sky, skin, scrape, skirt, husband, bubble, window (p. 13)
Create an inference from these piece of evidence found on page 18:
"The Vikings were skilled people. They could do many things well. They were great warriors, sailers and explorers. Their conquests left lasting marks on world history. They will always be remembered for their bravery and strength in battle as well as for their many explorations."
Answers may vary-
Example: Vikings had alot of skills to make them strong explorers and warriors. Due to this they have made a lasting impact on history."