National Day, Midsummer and All Saints
20 questions · Beginner
Based on UHR’s study material about Sweden (Sverige i fokus). The material may contain value judgments and is not necessarily entirely neutral.
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How to answer
Choose the right answer about Swedish holidays.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the date of Sweden's National Day? | June 6 |
| In what year did the Riksdag decide to make National Day a public holiday? | 2005 |
| Who was chosen as king of Sweden on June 6, 1523? | Gustav Vasa |
| In what year was Gustav Vasa chosen as king? | 1523 |
| What has Gustav Vasa's election as king been seen as the start of? | The Swedish state's independence |
| What was adopted on June 6, 1809? | A new Instrument of Government |
| What did the Instrument of Government of 1809 force the king to do? | Share power with the Riksdag |
| Whom do many municipalities welcome with ceremonies on National Day? | New citizens |
| What is done with the flag on National Day? | It is raised |
| What does the Midsummer celebration welcome? | Summer and the light |
| On which day of the week is Midsummer Eve always celebrated? | Friday |
| Between which dates does Midsummer Eve fall? | June 19 and 25 |
| From what time does the Midsummer tradition come? | The time before Christianity |
| What do people dance and play around on Midsummer Eve? | A midsummer pole |
| What do many people make on Midsummer Eve? | Flower wreaths |
| What food is typical at Midsummer? | Herring, new potatoes and strawberries |
| What do many people do on All Saints' Day? | Light candles on graves |
| What kind of holiday is All Saints' Day? | A Christian holiday |
| On which day of the week is All Saints' Day celebrated? | Saturday |
| Around which date does All Saints' Day fall? | Around November 1 |
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