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What kind of script is this 'graffiti', carved in Hagia Sophia in Constantinople around 9th century?

Persian

Early Arabic

Armenian

Viking runes

Constantinople, called Miklagard by Vikings, hosted thousands of Vikings and Anglo-Saxons, who served as mercenaries of the Varangian Guard. They were famed for their battlefield skills and fierce, loyalty and drinking. They often fought for the Byzantine Empire, including fights with Arabs.

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What is the name of the first Viking who became the King of England?

Sweyn Forkbeard

Ragnar Lothbrok

William the Conqueror

Who among Vikings wore horned helmets?

respected warriors

Vikings of Norway

What was the typical weapon of a Viking?

Bow, sword and shield

Which country had invaded Sweden in the past, causing Stockholm Bloodbath?

Pagan Lithuania