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Zorluk: ZorThe Anglo-Saxons

In the late 9th century, King Alfred the Great led the resistance against Viking invasions. Following his victory, a peace treaty was established that divided England. Which of the following best describes the territorial outcome of this agreement for the Viking invaders?

  1. The Vikings were permitted to settle in the north and east of England, in an area that became known as the Danelaw.Cevap
  2. B
    The Vikings were forced to retreat to Normandy, allowing Alfred to be crowned as the first King of a unified Great Britain.
  3. C
    The Roman army returned to Britain to assist Alfred, helping to drive the Viking invaders back to Scandinavia.
  4. D
    The Vikings were completely defeated at the Battle of Hastings, leading to the immediate end of their presence in Britain.

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The Vikings were allowed to settle in the north and east of England in an area called the Danelaw.
Following his victory, King Alfred the Great reached a peace agreement with the Vikings. This treaty divided England, allowing the Vikings to settle in the north and east. This region became known as the Danelaw because the people there were governed by Viking laws rather than Anglo-Saxon laws.

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1
Identify the historical period and key figure.
The period is the late 9th century, featuring King Alfred the Great of Wessex.
This sets the context for the conflict between Anglo-Saxons and Vikings.
2
Recall the outcome of the conflict between Alfred and the Vikings.
Alfred defeated the Vikings but did not expel them entirely; instead, he made a peace treaty.
The treaty was a practical solution to stop the constant warfare.
3
Specify the territorial division created by the treaty.
The Vikings settled in the north and east, an area where they kept their own laws and customs.
This area is known in history as the Danelaw.

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The Treaty of Alfred and Guthrum and the establishment of the Danelaw.
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The Anglo-Saxons

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