Which statement BEST describes the Vikings in Medieval Europe? A:they never became part of Christian EUROPE

B:they created the largest land based empire in history

C: they were a roving group who raided towns to supplement their economy

D:they were instrumental in helping to drive Muslim invaders out of Western Europe

C

Explanation:

Vikings were incredibly well known and feared because of the way that the pillaged and raided villages to help them grow. D has to do with the Crusades. B would be the Mongols. A fits many people, but is not a great descriptor.

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