6. Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?
A. Lines 56-58 ("The Gokstad … Romans")
B. Lines 82-84 ("Contrary to … craftsmen")
C. Lines 84-86 ("Their lands … opportunities")
D. Lines 95-97 ("In 1982 … Norway")
7. As used in line 29 of Passage 1, "streamlined" most nearly means
A. contoured.
B. efficient.
C. simplistic.
D. slight.
8. As used in line 93 of Passage 2, "expression" most nearly means
A. adaptation.
B. embodiment.
C. sentiment.
D. simplification.
9. In lines 92-94 of Passage 2 ("Truly, the Gokstad … many purposes"), the author uses the phrase "a great leap" to emphasize
A. the technological progress that Vikings made.
B. the distance that Vikings traveled.
C. the strong faith and traditions on which Vikings relied.
D. the widespread influence of Viking culture.
10. Which generalization about the Vikings is supported by both passages?
A. Devoted to warfare, the Vikings built an empire that reshaped the map of Europe.
B. Innovations in shipbuilding and navigation saved the Vikings from decline and extinction.
C. The Vikings were noble warriors and farmers who sought to better understand the world.
D. Through their seafaring skills and abilities, the Vikings expanded and changed the world.
11. Which inference from the two passages is supported by the information in the timeline on page 100?
A. The Vikings endeavored to relocate surplus population through colonization.
B. The Vikings hoped to expand their cultural influence through economic exchange.
C. The Vikings traveled far and wide to launch sea raids and conduct trade.
D. The Vikings were compelled to abandon their homelands because of scarcity.