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2. Why was Shield Sheafson so loved by his people?le was scDescribe how he died.cetWhat reason, if asked would Shield Sheafson give for the way in which he dies? |
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Answer» The peoplelovehim because he has helped them take control of all of the surrounding civilizations.Shield Sheafsonis ruthless, destroying the mead-halls (gathering rooms) of nearby tribes, and forcing tributes to be paid to the Danes. WhenShield Sheafsondies, his fellow Danes are verydistraught. When Shield Sheafson dies, his fellow Danes are very distraught. The people feel that they have lost a very good and noble king. To honor their leader, the Danes placetreasuresand precious items along his burial scene. He is decorated with battle-tackle and armor, placed in the finest of ships, and sent off to sea. This gesture signifies his great importance to the people, since treasure was normally saved for use in jewelry and weapons. After his funeral, the Scandinavians are eager to replace their beloved leader with someone who is sure to bring them as good of fortune. |
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