Sweden's defense and conscription
12 questions · Intermediate
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 how Sweden is defended.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the duty to help defend the country if needed called? | Total defense duty |
| What ages does total defense duty cover? | From 16 to 70 |
| What two parts make up the total defense? | Military and civil defense |
| What three branches make up the Swedish Armed Forces? | The army, navy and air force |
| What are the Swedish Armed Forces meant to protect? | Sweden's territory and independence |
| Besides protecting Sweden, what should the Armed Forces also be able to take part in? | International missions |
| What is the duty that covers all men and women who have turned 18 called? | General conscription |
| What do those covered by conscription do before it is decided who is trained? | Answer questions and take tests |
| Who is covered by general conscription? | All men and women who have turned 18 |
| How many of those covered by conscription do basic military training? | Only some |
| What should civil defense ensure in war and crisis? | That society keeps working |
| What does it mean that Sweden has a civil defense? | More than the military can meet threats |
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