How might European Catholics have interpreted the Viking attacks on monasteries?
A.
They were surprised the Vikings had learned their secret of keeping gold in monasteries.
B.
They thought the Vikings were sent to punish them for sin, and bring about the end of the world.
C.
They were glad to be rid of the power of the Church at last.
1 answer
B. They thought the Vikings were sent to punish them for sin, and bring about the end of the world.