Why Vikings Raided and Settled Flashcards

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What was the main reason Vikings first raided places like Lindisfarne in 793?

They wanted easy wealth, such as gold, silver and other valuables kept in rich but poorly defended monasteries.

Why were monasteries attractive targets for Viking raiders?

Monasteries held treasures and food, but had few warriors and were often on the coast, so Vikings could attack quickly and escape.

How did the search for land encourage Vikings to settle in Britain?

Good farmland was limited in Scandinavia, so some Vikings settled in Britain to get fertile land for farming.

How did population growth in Scandinavia push Vikings to move abroad?

As Viking populations grew, there was not enough land and food at home, so some people left to find new places to live.

How did Anglo-Saxon weakness make Viking raids and settlement easier?

The English kingdoms were often divided and fighting each other, so they found it hard to stop Viking attacks and land-taking.

How did Viking longships help them raid and settle in Britain?

Longships were fast and could sail on seas and rivers, allowing Vikings to strike without warning and then travel inland to settle.

Why did some Viking warriors bring their families and choose to settle?

Settling gave them stable homes, farmland and trade, which was safer and more reliable than constant raiding.

How did trade encourage Vikings to come to Britain?

Vikings wanted to trade goods like furs, amber and slaves for silver and other items, so they came to British ports and sometimes took control of them.

How did the promise of fame and honour influence Viking raids?

Successful raids brought warriors riches and a strong reputation, which were highly valued in Viking culture.

Why did some Viking leaders see Britain as a good place to build power?

By controlling land and towns in Britain, leaders could collect wealth, gain followers and become more powerful than rivals back home.

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