Viking Homelands: Life in Scandinavia
Students will learn about the geography, climate, and daily life in the Viking homelands before their expansion.
Key Questions
- Describe the geographical features of Scandinavia that influenced Viking life.
- Explain the reasons why Vikings began to look beyond their homelands.
- Compare the resources available in Scandinavia to those found in Britain.
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