First, we'll look at what being a Viking was all about, like raiding, exploring and finding America!

Then we'll investigate, why did the Vikings stopped being Vikings?

Questions for after you've listened are below and can be heard right at the end, after the out-takes.

Questions for after you've listened:

1. Name 3 countries of today where Vikings came from:
2. What does the word "Viking" mean?
3. About how many years before Columbus did the Vikings reach North America?
4. Name some European countries that the Vikings attacked
5. Name two places outside of Europe that the Vikings attacked
6. How long were Viking boats?
7. Can you remember any reasons why the Vikings eventually stopped acting like Vikings?
8. When a Viking leader died where would he be buried?

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