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General Culture Quiz

General Culture Quiz

by Alison Jenster - OLS Community Manager -
Number of replies: 0

Hello Everyone! 

We know most of you are interested in studying the Danish language and to truly understand a language and integrate it, we cannot forget the cultural aspect. That is why we have created this culture quiz for you to test your knowledge about Danish Culture.

How it works 
In this quiz will find three multiple choice questions that you can answer in the comments below. Once all questions are answered correctly, we will post with a new question for you to answer to keep the quiz going! One little note, no Wikipedia/ Google allowed ;-) 

The Quiz 

  1. Question: Which Danish celebration involves the lighting of candles on December 13th to honor Saint Lucia?

  • A) Midsummer Night
  • B) Christmas Eve
  • C) Lucia Day
  • D) National Flag Day

Question: Which famous Danish author is known for fairy tales such as "The Little Mermaid" and "The Ugly Duckling"?

  • A) Hand Christian Anderson
  • B) Karen Blixen
  • C) Søren Kierkegaard
  • D) Isak Dinesen

 3. Question: In Danish cuisine, what is a traditional open-faced sandwich called?

  • A) Bratwurst
  • B) Croissant
  • C) Smørrebrød
  • D) Paella

I look forward to seeing your answers! Good luck! 

Warm wishes, 
 
Alison, OLS Community Manager - Danish