The Norwegian Vikings began looking westward after French, Irish, and British strengthened their

defenses against their raids Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANS: T
The Vikings discovered and established colonies in Iceland and Greenland as they moved west. Once
these areas were colonized, they eventually discovered parts of North America. Information can be
found in the section Understanding the Ocean Began with Voyaging for Trade and Exploration

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