Who conquered and colonized the region around Kiev in the late ninth century?
A) The Vikings
B) The Byzantine emperor Basil I
C) The Rus prince Vladimir
D) Cyril and Methodius

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The Vikings, specifically the Varangians led by Rurik and later by Oleg of Novgorod, conquered and established control over the region around Kiev in the late ninth century, laying the foundation for the Kievan Rus' state.

Who Conquered and Colonized the Region Around Kiev in the Late