Q.1
The Norwegian, Fridtjof Nansen, was the first man to cross Greenland's ice cap and the Arctic Ocean. He sailed further north than anyone had been before. What was named after him?
  • A brand of fizzy drink
  • A meteor
  • A soft toy
  • A snow shoe
Q.2
The Vikings were fearsome seafarers who raided and traded across Europe. What does everyone think they wore, which they probably did not?
  • Silk pajamas
  • Spotted pants
  • Lacey shawls
  • Horned helmets
Q.3
The Roman Army was famous for marching its troops long distances every day. How far could they be made to march?
  • Up to 400 miles
  • Up to 4 miles
  • Up to 10 miles
  • Up to 40 miles
Q.4
Captain Cook discovered more of the earth's surface than anyone else. Where did he die?
  • Finland
  • Hawaii
  • Australia
  • Antarctica
Q.5
Ibn Battuta was a great Muslim explorer who covered more than 120,000 kilometers on his travels. Which of the following did not happen to him?
  • He hid in a swamp
  • He was attacked by pirates
  • He was held hostage
  • He rode on a unicorn
Q.6
A people from Eastern Europe traveled west and helped to overthrow the Roman Empire. What were they called?
  • Teddy Boys
  • Rockers
  • Mods
  • Goths
Q.7
The Sioux Nation is a large group of Native American tribes who were nomads. Why?
  • They liked a change of scenery
  • They tracked and hunted bison to live
  • They were on the run
  • They didn't get along with many people
Q.8
What are nomads?
  • People who like to wear wool
  • Men who are called Norman
  • Communities who live in different locations
  • Boys who won't do as they're told
Q.9
Yuri Gagarin was a famous Russian traveler. He was the first human to do what?
  • To cross the Atlantic Ocean
  • To walk across America
  • To go into space
  • To walk on stilts
Q.10
Marco Polo lead expeditions all over the world. He introduced people from Europe to which part of the world?
  • Greece and the Mediterranean
  • Central Asia and China
  • America
  • France and Germany
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