Biography
Where was Hans Christian Andersen born?
In Odense, Denmark.
What is the capital of Denmark?
Copenhagen.
What is the name of the main character in The Little Mermaid?
Ariel.
What happens to the ugly duckling in the story?
He grows into a beautiful swan.
What is the main character in the story?
A tin soldier.
What is the most famous literary genre Hans Christian Andersen wrote in?
The little mermaid
Where is Denmark located?
Denmark is in Northern Europe.
What does Ariel want to become in the story?
She wants to become human.
Why does the ugly duckling feel sad in the beginning?
Because everyone makes fun of him for being different.
How many legs does the tin soldier have?
1
say the 3 most famous tales that Hans had written:
The Little Mermaid (La sirenita)
The Ugly Duckling (El patito feo)
The Snow Queen (La reina de las nieves)
What is Denmark’s official language? What are Denmark's flag colors?
Danish. White, and red with a cross in the middle
Who is the villain in The Little Mermaid?
Ursula, the sea witch.
What lesson does The Ugly Duckling teach?
It teaches that outer beauty doesn’t matter, and that inner worth is what counts.
What kind of figure does the tin soldier fall in love with?
A paper ballerina.
When was Hans Christian Andersen born?
He was born on April 2, 1805.
What is the name of Denmark's famous theme park? And where is it? ( if you do one correct you get 200)
Tivoli Gardens, located in Copenhagen.
What does Ariel trade with Ursula to become human?
Her voice.
What is the main character in The Ugly Duckling?
The ugly duckling.
What happens to the tin soldier after he falls out the window?
He goes on an adventure that includes floating in a paper boat, facing a rat, and getting swallowed by a fish.
What problems did Andersen have when he was young?
He was poor and didn’t have much education.
What is the currency used in Denmark?
The currency is the Danish Krone (DKK).
How does The Little Mermaid end in the original version of the story?
In the original story, the mermaid sacrifices herself for the prince, and she becomes a spirit, not a human.
How does the transformation of the ugly duckling symbolize personal growth?
It shows that with time and experience, people can grow into their true potential, just as the duckling becomes a swan.
Why is the tin soldier called “steadfast”?
Because he stays brave and calm no matter what happens to him.