Question

Which geographical factors helped Viking attackers gain access to European Settlements? (2 points) A. Valleys B. Rivers C. Plateaus D. Coasts

Answer 1

Usually they use rivers to travel because they often use boats so the answer is B. Rivers

Answer 2

Coasts and rivers!

The vikings were skilled sailors who would pillage all along coasts and rivers in Europe.

Source (my online textbook) (I put key phrases in bold):

These expert sailors and ferocious fighters burst out of Scandinavia, a northern region that now includes Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. They looted and burned communities along the coasts and rivers of Europe from Ireland to Russia.