The early voyages of the Scandinavian seafarers did not result in permanent settlement in North America because
A) the Native Americans drove them out.
B) the area in which they landed could not support a large population.
C) no nation-state yearning to expand supported these ventures.
D) British adventurers defeated the Scandinavians in 1066.
E) the settlers died of disease.

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The Scandinavian seafarers, such as the Vikings, did not establish permanent settlements in North America because there was no nation-state at the time that was interested in supporting or sustaining such ventures for expansion.

The Early Voyages of the Scandinavian Seafarers Did Not Result