Question

Which statement best describes what the Vikings did when they traveled?

A.
Vikings traveled by sea, staying close to the coastline, and raiding churches and monasteries in an effort to eliminate Christianity.

B.
Vikings traveled by sea to Iceland and North America to find livestock to take back to Scandinavia.

C.
Vikings traveled mostly by water from the Caspian Sea in eastern Europe as far west as North America, making hit-and-run raids on churches as they searched for gold and silver.

D.
Vikings traveled by land and sea to eastern European cities where they stole from businesses and wealthy homes.

Answer 1

C would be the best choice in my opinion. Hope this helps!

Answer 2

Vikings traveled mostly by water from the Caspian Sea in eastern Europe as far west as North America, making hit-and-run raids on churches as they searched for gold and silver. Option C is correct.

The Vikings were the people who inhabited from the 8th century to the 11th century in Scandinavia. They came from what we know today as Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. During the Viking age, they sailed around most of Europe, raiding, trading and spreading their influence.