A Brief History of the Vikings , Reading Comprehension

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A Brief History of the Vikings : Report & facts

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The text provides an overview of the Vikings, a complex society originating from Scandinavia (modern-day Denmark, Norway, and Sweden). It addresses common misconceptions, emphasizing that the Vikings were not only raiders and invaders but also skilled craftsmen, traders, poets, and artists. The text outlines their social structure, which included classes such as Thralls (slaves), Karls (free peasants), and Jarls (aristocrats). It discusses the debated origin of the term “Viking,” their polytheistic religion with gods like Odin, Thor, and Týr, and their seafaring expeditions from the late 8th to the late 11th centuries.