The Vikings

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• Viking houses were built out of turf, rocks, and driftwood
• Vikings ate beef, fish, eggs, cereals, buttermilk, and so much more.
• Vikings wore skins and furs, and woolen cloth.

Beliefs

• Vikings believed in Gods and Goddesses like Thor and Loki.
• Viking's heaven was called "Vahalla".
• When a viking died, he or she was buried with tools they needed for Vahalla.

Traditions

• Vikings had slaves or ''Thralls".
• When a viking got married, the marriage ceremony had to be in the bride's home land.

Goverment

• Vikings had a specific society, with Kings, Nobles, and Jarls.
• Vikings had meetings called " Things" to talk about complaints or causes.

Free Time

• Vikings played many games such as Knatteikr, Kingy Bat, and drinking games
• Vikings also had board games such as Hnefatael.

Jobs

• Viking Men had lots of jobs such as Trader, Blacksmith, Weapon Maker, Ship Builder, and so many more
• Viking women only helped around the house or helped by weaving cloth, cooking, and sometimes they would help in raids

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