The Incursions of the Scandinavian Vikings into Other Parts of Europe

question 23

Multiple Choice

The incursions of the Scandinavian Vikings into other parts of Europe

• A) were the most threatening of the fifteenth century invaders to the peace of Europe.
• B) were successful because their ships had a shallow draft, allowing them to sail far up rivers.
• C) had little impact on the history of England and France.
• D) were defeated at the Battle of Lechfeld.
• E) led to Scandinavian control of Greece.

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