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1. To take a break with coffee or tea, and a piece of cake or pastry at home, at work or in a café is one of the most Swedish things one can do. It can take everything from fifteen minutes to a couple of hours. What is this "coffee break" called?
A - Duka Korrekt svar : B - Fika |
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2. Swedes often believe that this is one of the most important pieces of cultural knowledge you need to know and if you know the answer, you can impress everyone with your brilliant cultural savvy. What year did Gustav II Adolf die in the battle of Lützen?
A - 1589 Korrekt svar : B - 1632 |
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3. Which of the following "holidays" do we not celebrate in Sweden?
A - Thanksgiving Korrekt svar : A - Thanksgiving |
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4. The moose is known for its impressive size, with adult males weighing up to 700 kilograms and standing about 2 meters tall at the shoulder. What nickname does the moose have in Sweden?
A - Antlered Ruler Korrekt svar : B - King of the Forest |
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5. What happened in Sweden on June 6, 1523?
A - Gustav Vasa was crowned King of Swed...read more
A - Gustav Vasa was crowned King of Sweden
Korrekt svar : A - Gustav Vasa was crowned King of Sweden |
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6. With which song did the group ABBA win the Eurovision Song Contest in 1974?
A - Dancing Queen Korrekt svar : C - Waterloo |
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7. Which of the following statements about IKEA is true?
A - IKEA is famous for its flat-pack fur...read more
A - IKEA is famous for its flat-pack furniture
Korrekt svar : A - IKEA is famous for its flat-pack furniture |
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8. Which of the following is a famous Swedish expression for avoiding conflict and staying neutral?
A - Ge mig en kram! Korrekt svar : C - Lagom |
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9. In the original Swedish film adaptation of "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo", who played the role of journalist Mikael Blomkvist?
A - Stellan Skarsgård Korrekt svar : C - Mikael Nyqvist |
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10. Known for its stunning medieval architecture, including the well-preserved city wall. What is the name of Sweden's largest island and city?
A - Gotland - Visby Korrekt svar : A - Gotland - Visby |
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11. Roxette is a Swedish pop rock group, formerly consisting of Marie Fredriksson and Per Gessle. They are Sweden's second-best-selling music act after ABBA. What is the name of this song?
A - The look Korrekt svar : A - The look |
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12. Which notable Swedish political figure, known for his leadership as Prime Minister and his strong stance on social issues, was tragically assassinated in 1986?
A - Carl Bildt Korrekt svar : C - Olof Palme |
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13. The iconic red houses of Sweden, have a rich history dating back several centuries. It originated from the 16th Century. Where did the red pigment come from?
A - Red clay from riverbanks Korrekt svar : B - The copper mines in Falun |
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14. What´s the logotype?
A - SKF Korrekt svar : C - Electrolux |
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15. This has become a staple in Swedish cuisine. The dish is traditionally served during festive occasions and holidays, such as Christmas and Midsummer celebrations. On a daily basis it´s often served with: Creamy gravy, lingonberry sauce, mashed or boiled potatoes and pickled cucumbers. What´s missing on the plate?
A - Fried herring Korrekt svar : C - Meatballs |
