Ethnic Groups of Northern and Western Europe
Learning Objective
I can name major ethnic groups that have lived in Northern and Western Europe.
Key Concepts
The Normans originated from Vikings who settled in northern France and were granted land that became known as Normandy.
William the Conqueror led the Normans to conquer England in 1066, which led to Norman French influencing the English language and culture.
In addition to conquering England, Norman knights expanded into Wales, Scotland, and Ireland, and established the Kingdom of Sicily in Southern Italy.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 12 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. From which region did the Normans originate?
2. What was the initial reason the Vikings settled in northern France?
3. What is the name of the battle in 1066 where William of Normandy conquered England?
...and 9 more questions
Educational Video
How the Normans changed the history of Europe - Mark Robinson
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