Hydrology and Economic Activities
Fishing is the main pillar for the economy of...
Iceland
Thanks to which stream does the region have a mild climate?
The Gulf Stream
What is the most widespread religion in North Western Europe?
Christianity
During which period was Old Norse in use?
From 1150 to 1350
On what date is Walpurgis Night celebrated?
April 30th
Which are the two most known companies in the North Western region?
Ikea and Volvo
What types of trees are found in boreal forests?
Pine, Spruce and Fir
What did governments created to preserve nature?
Nordic governments created national parks to preserve nature from human interaction
How many people does the population of the region have?
The population of the region is an approximated of 28.3 million people
In Sweden
Where is the Vaneen Lake located and to which sea is it connected?
It is located in Sweden and it connects with the North Sea
Where is oil and petrol mainly extracted from?
Oil rigs located in the North Sea
What are the two main branches of Christyianity in North Western Europe?
Protestantism and Catholicism
Name the North Germanic languages
The North Germanic languages are Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Faroese and Icelandic
Where is the Roskilde Festival held?
In Denmark
By which two tectonic plates is the Thingvallanvatn Lake divided?
It is divided by the Eurasian and North American plates
Why don´t trees grow in the tundra ecosystem?
Because of the permafrost
What´s the name of the ecosystem where climate change´s impact is affecting more?
The Arctic Circle
The Köttbullar is the typical dish of which country? If you don´t remember, you can name what it consists of
Which countries where in the Kalmar Union? Who was the creator of the Kalmar Union?
The Kalmar Union united Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. It was ruled amd created by Margaret I of Denmark
Why is the Kemimoki River important?
Because it connects many important ports like Thallin or Saint Petersbourg that facilitate commerce
What plants are found in heathlands and in grasslands?
Dune grass and Marsh species
What is the difference between the two main branches of Christianity?
One focuses more on the interpretation of the Bible, and the other maintains a hierarchical order.
Which of the following ingridients is not part of the Lohikettio soup (Finlands´s national dish) A) Fish B)Vegetables C)Boiled potatoes
Boiled potatoes
Between which places did the Vikings´trade networks extend?
Vikings´trade networks extended from Constantinople to North America