Question

In the ninth century, the vikings invaded other european communities primarily to _______.

• A. Decide territorial disputes
• B. Incite religious fervor
• C. Resolve food shortages
• D. establish trade embargoes
• E. Cause economic distress

Answer 1

The correct option is C Resolve food shortages

The Vikings invaded Europe in the ninth century primarily because of serious food shortages in their homeland of Scandinavia. The Vikings took to other communities to meet their own needs for survival.