Norwegian Social Studies Test – All Questions & Answers

A complete list of practice questions with the correct answers marked for the Norwegian Social Studies test (Samfunnskunnskapsprøven). This exam is mandatory for anyone applying for Norwegian citizenship or permanent residence and covers democracy, education, working life, health and Norwegian values. Everything is free — no registration needed.

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Question 1. When was World War II in Norway?

  • A From 1900-1905
  • B From 1940-1945
  • C From 1970-1975

Correct answer: B. From 1940-1945

Question 2. Who is responsible for the approval of foreign education?

  • A Municipality
  • B NAV
  • C NOKUT

Correct answer: C. NOKUT

Question 3. What is the name of Norway's Prime Minister?

  • A Cecilie Knibe
  • B Jorum Elisbet
  • C Jonas Gahr Støre

Correct answer: C. Jonas Gahr Støre

Question 4. How many years must Norwegian children attend school?

  • A 6 years
  • B 7 years
  • C 10 years

Correct answer: C. 10 years

Question 5. How many seasons are there in Norway?

  • A 3 seasons
  • B 4 seasons
  • C 5 seasons

Correct answer: B. 4 seasons

Question 6. Refugees are offered an introduction program for?

  • A 550 hours
  • B 5 years
  • C 2 years

Correct answer: C. 2 years

Question 7. Which period in art and culture aimed to showcase the national identity in a positive way?

  • A National Romanticism
  • B Realism
  • C Naturalism

Correct answer: A. National Romanticism

Question 8. What does a permanent residence permit entail?

  • A One can live and work in Norway for 5 years
  • B One can live and work in Norway for up to 10 years
  • C One can live and work in Norway for as long as they want

Correct answer: C. One can live and work in Norway for as long as they want

Question 9. Why do we celebrate the national day on May 17th?

  • A Norway left the union with Sweden in 1905.
  • B Norway's constitution was adopted at Eidsvoll in 1814.
  • C The Norwegian church was established.

Correct answer: B. Norway's constitution was adopted at Eidsvoll in 1814.

Question 10. What must you have to have paid work?

  • A Driver's license
  • B Tax card
  • C Insurance card

Correct answer: B. Tax card

Question 11. When was the first time women had the right to vote in Norway?

  • A 1814
  • B 1913
  • C 1930

Correct answer: B. 1913

Question 12. What does democracy mean?

  • A Political rule
  • B King and women's rule
  • C Rule by the people

Correct answer: C. Rule by the people

Question 13. Norway has an indigenous population, and the state of Norway is originally established on the territory of two peoples. What is the name of this indigenous population?

  • A Sami
  • B Norwegians
  • C Forest Finns

Correct answer: A. Sami

Question 14. Which of these services is NAV responsible for?

  • A Child benefit
  • B Leisure activities
  • C Primary school

Correct answer: A. Child benefit

Question 15. How many children between 1 and 5 years old attend kindergarten?

  • A 50%
  • B 70%
  • C 94.5%

Correct answer: C. 94.5%

Question 16. Which countries does Norway border?

  • A Denmark, Sweden, and Finland
  • B Sweden, Finland, and Russia
  • C Iceland, Denmark, and Sweden

Correct answer: B. Sweden, Finland, and Russia

Question 17. Power is divided between the parliament, government, and the courts. What power lies with each of these three institutions?

  • A The people's power, the officials' power, and the judges' power
  • B Power over the municipalities, power over the state, and power over the police
  • C Legislative, executive, and judicial power

Correct answer: C. Legislative, executive, and judicial power

Question 18. What is the goal of work practice for immigrants?

  • A To make the participant familiar with Norwegian working life
  • B To obtain a work permit for the participant
  • C To get the participant's education approved

Correct answer: A. To make the participant familiar with Norwegian working life

Question 19. Must both parties in a marriage agree to be divorced?

  • A Yes
  • B No
  • C Sometimes

Correct answer: B. No

Question 20. What is correct about upper secondary school in Norway?

  • A Free
  • B You pay a personal share
  • C You pay for everything yourself

Correct answer: A. Free

Question 21. What is the age of majority in Norway?

  • A 15 years
  • B 16 years
  • C 18 years

Correct answer: C. 18 years

Question 22. What are the three largest cities in Norway?

  • A Stavanger, Oslo, Tromsø
  • B Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim
  • C Bergen, Drammen, Trondheim

Correct answer: B. Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim

Question 23. How are representatives elected to the Parliament (Storting)?

  • A Each county is a constituency with a given number of seats. The number of votes in each county determines how many representatives each party gets from each county.
  • B The parties present lists nationally, with the leader in first place. The parties get seats according to how many votes they get nationally.
  • C The county councils choose who meets at the Storting for each county.

Correct answer: A. Each county is a constituency with a given number of seats. The number of votes in each county determines how many representatives each party gets from each county.

Question 24. What is freedom of religion?

  • A The government decides
  • B Parents decide
  • C One can choose to believe in whatever they want

Correct answer: C. One can choose to believe in whatever they want

Question 25. Where can one find information about labor laws?

  • A Tax
  • B The Working Environment Act
  • C NAV

Correct answer: B. The Working Environment Act

Question 26. Who leads the government?

  • A The Prime Minister
  • B The Mayor
  • C The King

Correct answer: A. The Prime Minister

Question 27. When was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted?

  • A In 1908
  • B In 1948
  • C In2008

Correct answer: B. In 1948

Question 28. Freedom of speech and freedom of religion are protected in the Constitution. Does that mean a Norwegian citizen has the right to criticize another Norwegian citizen's faith?

  • A Yes, freedom of speech means you can criticize both religions and religious leaders.
  • B No, freedom of religion takes precedence over freedom of speech.
  • C No, you are only allowed to criticize and discuss your own religion.

Correct answer: A. Yes, freedom of speech means you can criticize both religions and religious leaders.

Question 29. What does "black money" mean?

  • A Those who work in a private company.
  • B Those who work at night and get extra money.
  • C Those who work and receive wages without paying tax.

Correct answer: C. Those who work and receive wages without paying tax.

Question 30. What is correct?

  • A In Norway, it is not so common for children to attend private schools.
  • B Only rich Norwegians send their children to private schools.
  • C Very many children attend private schools in Norway.

Correct answer: A. In Norway, it is not so common for children to attend private schools.

Question 31. What is the King's role in the constitution?

  • A The King decides who will sit in the government.
  • B The King's role is mainly representative and ceremonial.
  • C He decides on foreign policy.

Correct answer: B. The King's role is mainly representative and ceremonial.

Question 32. How long are parents obliged to provide for their children?

  • A Until the children have finished primary school.
  • B Until the children have their own job.
  • C Until the children turn 18.

Correct answer: C. Until the children turn 18.

Question 33. Who pays for patients admitted to Norwegian hospitals?

  • A The patient
  • B The state
  • C Insurance company

Correct answer: B. The state

Question 34. What is the most important task for the Child Welfare Service (Barnevern)?

  • A Helping families and children at home
  • B Controlling kindergartens
  • C Approving adoption from abroad

Correct answer: A. Helping families and children at home

Question 35. Who pays for university and college education in Norway?

  • A Students pay everything
  • B Students pay most
  • C The state pays most

Correct answer: C. The state pays most

Question 36. Is a teacher allowed to use physical punishment against students?

  • A Yes
  • B No
  • C Sometimes

Correct answer: B. No

Question 37. Are two women or two men allowed to enter into marriage?

  • A Yes, the Marriage Act does not distinguish between marriage between two of the same sex and marriage between a man and a woman.
  • B No, marriage is reserved for man and woman. Same-sex couples can enter into partnerships.
  • C No, same-sex marriage is not allowed in the Church of Norway and thus prohibited in Norway.

Correct answer: A. Yes, the Marriage Act does not distinguish between marriage between two of the same sex and marriage between a man and a woman.

Question 38. If Norwegian law conflicts with your faith, does freedom of religion imply that you have the right to let your faith override the law?

  • A Yes, all citizens have the right to practice their religion.
  • B No, the law applies to everyone.
  • C No, with exceptions in family matters and within the four walls of the house.

Correct answer: B. No, the law applies to everyone.

Question 39. What is the name of Norway's longest fjord?

  • A Sognefjorden is Norway's longest and the world's second longest fjord.
  • B Lysefjorden is Norway's longest fjord.
  • C Oslofjorden is Norway's longest fjord.

Correct answer: A. Sognefjorden is Norway's longest and the world's second longest fjord.

Question 40. How much do parents in Norway pay for the vaccination program for children?

  • A Nothing
  • B Approximately 100 NOK per vaccine
  • C Approximately 200 NOK per vaccine

Correct answer: A. Nothing

Question 41. How often are there elections in Norway?

  • A Every four years
  • B It varies. The Parliament or the government decides when there will be an election.
  • C Every four years there is a parliamentary election and every four years there is a local election. There are two years between each election.

Correct answer: C. Every four years there is a parliamentary election and every four years there is a local election. There are two years between each election.

Question 42. When you have a job in Norway, you are entitled to an employment contract. What must be in the contract?

  • A Rules for tax
  • B Salary and working hours
  • C Previous work experience

Correct answer: B. Salary and working hours

Question 43. What must everyone who works in Norway do?

  • A Pay tax
  • B Work overtime
  • C Participate in courses

Correct answer: A. Pay tax

Question 44. Do a woman and a man have the same right to file for separation and thus divorce?

  • A No, the man must accept the divorce first.
  • B Yes, the law does not distinguish between women and men when it comes to divorces.
  • C Yes, if the woman can prove that the man has not fulfilled his obligations in the marriage, the rights are equal.

Correct answer: B. Yes, the law does not distinguish between women and men when it comes to divorces.

Question 45. Slightly more than 20,000 marriages are entered into in Norway every year. How many married couples divorce every year?

  • A Approximately 5,000
  • B Approximately 10,000
  • C Approximately 15,

Correct answer: B. Approximately 10,000

Question 46. Which country was Norway in a union with?

  • A Sweden and Iceland
  • B Denmark and Germany
  • C Denmark and Sweden

Correct answer: C. Denmark and Sweden

Question 47. Who has the main responsibility for children's upbringing?

  • A The parents
  • B The kindergarten
  • C The school

Correct answer: A. The parents

Question 48. Which religion is written into the Norwegian Constitution?

  • A None. Norway is a secular state.
  • B The Roman Catholic religion, which was the largest in Norway in 1814.
  • C The Evangelical-Lutheran religion.

Correct answer: C. The Evangelical-Lutheran religion.

Question 49. What do children under 18 pay when they go to the dentist?

  • A Nothing
  • B Half price
  • C Full price

Correct answer: A. Nothing

Question 50. Who must have a tax card?

  • A Everyone who works and receives wages
  • B If you earn over 60,000/year
  • C If you earn over 100,000/year

Correct answer: A. Everyone who works and receives wages

Question 51. Mari wants to join a political party. Her parents disagree. How old must Mari be to decide this herself?

  • A 12 years
  • B 15 years
  • C 18 years

Correct answer: B. 15 years

Question 52. What are the three official written languages in Norway?

  • A Bokmål, Nynorsk, and English
  • B Bokmål, Nynorsk, and an optional one
  • C Norwegian (Bokmål and Nynorsk as equal forms) and Sami

Correct answer: C. Norwegian (Bokmål and Nynorsk as equal forms) and Sami

Question 53. What is the most popular winter sport in Norway?

  • A Ice hockey
  • B Cross-country skiing
  • C Figure skating

Correct answer: B. Cross-country skiing

Question 54. Who has the main responsibility for getting people jobs in Norway?

  • A NAV
  • B The state
  • C People themselves

Correct answer: C. People themselves

Question 55. What are the three most important industries in Norway?

  • A Paper, petro/chemical products, and wood products
  • B Foodstuffs, petro/chemical products, and machinery/equipment
  • C Textiles/clothing, petro/chemical products, and publishing/graphics

Correct answer: B. Foodstuffs, petro/chemical products, and machinery/equipment

Question 56. Who can have a GP (fastlege)?

  • A All residents in Norway
  • B All adults in Norway
  • C All children in Norway

Correct answer: A. All residents in Norway

Question 57. What is correct about children at school in Norway?

  • A Most go to private school, not all to public school.
  • B No one goes to private school.
  • C Most children go to public school, not all to private school.

Correct answer: C. Most children go to public school, not all to private school.

Question 58. Why is 1814 an important year in Norwegian history?

  • A Norway got its own constitution.
  • B A Danish prince became king of Norway.
  • C The union with Sweden was dissolved.

Correct answer: A. Norway got its own constitution.

Question 59. What is the name of Norway's longest river?

  • A Pasvikelva
  • B Otra
  • C Glomma

Correct answer: C. Glomma

Question 60. What is the first line of the national anthem?

  • A Yes, we love this country, as it rises forth, rugged, weathered over the water, with the thousand homes.
  • B Yes, as white as the white is the snow, and the red the evening sun has received, and the blue gave its color to the glacier, it is Norway in red, white and blue.
  • C God bless our king good! Bless him with strength and courage, bless home and castle.

Correct answer: A. Yes, we love this country, as it rises forth, rugged, weathered over the water, with the thousand homes.

Question 61. How many counties (fylker) is Norway divided into?

  • A 5
  • B 15
  • C 429

Correct answer: B. 15

Question 62. What is NAV responsible for?

  • A Helping people complete upper secondary school.
  • B Helping people into work and activity.
  • C Helping people apply for unemployment benefits.

Correct answer: B. Helping people into work and activity.

Question 63. What happened in 1940?

  • A Norway became an independent country.
  • B Norway got its first president.
  • C Norway was occupied by Germany.

Correct answer: C. Norway was occupied by Germany.

Question 64. What is the name of Norway's King?

  • A Olav V
  • B Harald V
  • C Haakon VII

Correct answer: B. Harald V

Question 65. What form of government does Norway have?

  • A Constitutional Monarchy
  • B Republic
  • C Dictatorship

Correct answer: A. Constitutional Monarchy

Question 66. Where can one change GP (fastlege)?

  • A At the health clinic (helsestasjonen)
  • B On the website "MinFastlege"
  • C At the population register (folkeregisteret)

Correct answer: B. On the website "MinFastlege"

Question 67. When do children normally start first grade at school?

  • A The year they turn 6.
  • B The year they turn 7.
  • C The year they turn 8.

Correct answer: A. The year they turn 6.

Question 68. What is the name of Norway's highest mountain?

  • A Glittertinden
  • B Snøhetta
  • C Galdhøpiggen

Correct answer: C. Galdhøpiggen

Question 69. Ahmed wants to study at the university. What is correct?

  • A He must have turned 19.
  • B He must have good finances.
  • C He must have general university admissions certification (studiekompetanse).

Correct answer: C. He must have general university admissions certification (studiekompetanse).

Question 70. Great changes have occurred in the labor market over the last 30 years. What is correct?

  • A Fewer work with industry and production.
  • B More work with fishing and agriculture.
  • C Only women work with trade and service.

Correct answer: A. Fewer work with industry and production.

Question 71. The first railway in Norway opened in?

  • A 1754
  • B 1854
  • C 1954

Correct answer: B. 1854

Question 72. What percentage of active workers in Norway work in the public sector?

  • A Approx. 30%
  • B Approx. 50%
  • C Approx. 70%

Correct answer: A. Approx. 30%

Question 73. Which part is the county municipality (fylkeskommunen) responsible for?

  • A Primary school
  • B Elderly care
  • C Upper secondary education (videregående)

Correct answer: C. Upper secondary education (videregående)

Question 74. Which oil field has been in production the longest in Norway?

  • A Troll field
  • B Ekofisk field
  • C Statfjord field

Correct answer: B. Ekofisk field

Question 75. What does equality (likestilling) mean?

  • A It means that men and women are completely identical.
  • B It means that all people must work the same amount.
  • C It means that all people, regardless of age, gender and ethnicity, shall have equal rights and opportunities.

Correct answer: C. It means that all people, regardless of age, gender and ethnicity, shall have equal rights and opportunities.

Question 76. What do most people work with in Norway today?

  • A Petroleum and engineering
  • B Trade and service
  • C Industry and technology

Correct answer: B. Trade and service

Question 77. What shall parents and schools cooperate on?

  • A Children's academic and social development
  • B Children's leisure activities
  • C Children's weekly allowance

Correct answer: A. Children's academic and social development

Question 78. Amanda is 14 years old. She goes to the dentist once a year. How much does she pay for standard dental treatment?

  • A Full cost
  • B Half cost
  • C Nothing

Correct answer: C. Nothing

Question 79. How old must children be to have the right to choose their own education?

  • A 7 years
  • B 12 years
  • C 15 years

Correct answer: C. 15 years

Question 80. A sport is strongly linked to the Norwegian identity. What is it said that a Norwegian is born with?

  • A A silver spoon in their mouth
  • B Skis on their feet
  • C A hiking backpack on their back

Correct answer: B. Skis on their feet

Question 81. Why should women attend pregnancy check-ups?

  • A To get maternity leave approved.
  • B To apply for child benefit.
  • C To ensure the health of mother and child.

Correct answer: C. To ensure the health of mother and child.

Question 82. What were the most important industries in Norway around the year 1850?

  • A Agriculture, forestry, and fishing
  • B Industry and freight transport
  • C Trade and service

Correct answer: A. Agriculture, forestry, and fishing

Question 83. What does the penal code say about parents who pressure or threaten their children into marriage?

  • A They can get up to six years in prison.
  • B They get a warning the first time.
  • C They will receive very large fines.

Correct answer: A. They can get up to six years in prison.

Question 84. What are the most important sources of income for the state and municipalities?

  • A Taxes and duties from private individuals and companies
  • B Transfers from international organizations
  • C Sale of goods and services to other countries

Correct answer: A. Taxes and duties from private individuals and companies

Question 85. What duties do people have in the Norwegian welfare society?

  • A To pay tax and provide correct information about themselves.
  • B To pay tax and give money to aid organizations.
  • C To pay tax and vote in all political elections.

Correct answer: A. To pay tax and provide correct information about themselves.

Question 86. What is free for adults in Norway?

  • A Admission to a public hospital
  • B Examination at the dentist
  • C Appointment with GP

Correct answer: A. Admission to a public hospital

Question 87. If you know Norwegian, which two other Scandinavian languages are so close to Norwegian that you will be able to read and understand most of them?

  • A Icelandic and Danish
  • B Finnish and Swedish
  • C Danish and Swedish

Correct answer: C. Danish and Swedish

Question 88. Norway is a democracy. What does that imply?

  • A The people decide who shall govern the country.
  • B The rich decide who shall govern the country.
  • C The courts decide who shall govern the country.

Correct answer: A. The people decide who shall govern the country.

Question 89. What does rule of law (rettsikkerhet) mean?

  • A It means that no one has a right to security.
  • B It means that no one can be sentenced to prison without a trial.
  • C It means that the courts must find good solutions for the criminals.

Correct answer: B. It means that no one can be sentenced to prison without a trial.

Question 90. What is the name of the Norwegian national assembly?

  • A The Department
  • B The Government
  • C The Storting

Correct answer: C. The Storting

Question 91. Who of these has the right to free Norwegian language training?

  • A Au pairs
  • B Refugees
  • C Labor immigrants

Correct answer: B. Refugees

Question 92. Who finances university and college education in Norway?

  • A The State
  • B The family
  • C Large firms

Correct answer: A. The State

Question 93. What is correct regarding 1969?

  • A Oil was found in the sea off Ekofisk.
  • B Gas was found under the sea.
  • C Fossils were found in the valley.

Correct answer: A. Oil was found in the sea off Ekofisk.

Question 94. Who does not need to pay a deductible to the GP?

  • A Adults, children over 18
  • B Adults, children over 20
  • C Pregnant women, children under16

Correct answer: C. Pregnant women, children under16

Question 95. Where are most jobs found in Norway today?

  • A In industry and production
  • B In trade and service
  • C In agriculture and fishing

Correct answer: B. In trade and service

Question 96. When is Easter (Christian holiday)?

  • A In December
  • B In March/April
  • C In May

Correct answer: B. In March/April

Question 97. Settlement in Norway changed during the second half of the 1800s. What happened?

  • A Many moved from the cities to the coast.
  • B Many moved from the countryside to the cities.
  • C Many moved from the coast to the countryside.

Correct answer: B. Many moved from the countryside to the cities.

Question 98. Who do parents in Norway receive child benefit (barnetrygd) for?

  • A All children under 13 residing in Norway.
  • B All children under 15 residing in Norway.
  • C All children under 18 residing in Norway.

Correct answer: C. All children under 18 residing in Norway.

Question 99. Which counties are in North Norway?

  • A Finnmark, Troms, Nordland
  • B Oppland, Hedmark, Akershus
  • C Hordaland, Rogaland, Vest-Agder

Correct answer: A. Finnmark, Troms, Nordland

Question 100. What is the average age of those who marry for the first time in Norway?

  • A Approx. 20 years
  • B Approx. 33 years
  • C Approx. 40 years

Correct answer: B. Approx. 33 years

Question 101. What is a welfare society?

  • A A society where the public sector helps residents with health, education, and a good standard of living.
  • B A society where the public sector helps residents with great buildings, a good job, and leisure offers.
  • C A society where you must help your family without receiving help from the State.

Correct answer: A. A society where the public sector helps residents with health, education, and a good standard of living.

Question 102. Who shall pay if a refugee needs an interpreter?

  • A The refugee must pay themselves.
  • B The public sector shall pay.
  • C The Red Cross pays most.

Correct answer: B. The public sector shall pay.

Question 103. How often does the government meet with the King?

  • A Once a week
  • B Once a month
  • C Once a year

Correct answer: A. Once a week

Question 104. Who can participate in the Introduction Program?

  • A Newly arrived refugees over 18.
  • B Most labor immigrants.
  • C All asylum seekers under 16.

Correct answer: A. Newly arrived refugees over 18.

Question 105. Who decides who shall sit in the Storting?

  • A The King and the close workers he works with.
  • B Everyone who has voted in that parliamentary election.
  • C The Storting chooses itself.

Correct answer: B. Everyone who has voted in that parliamentary election.

Question 106. What is one of the main goals of NAV?

  • A That more residents enter work.
  • B That more women are housewives.
  • C That more children get a place in kindergarten.

Correct answer: A. That more residents enter work.

Question 107. Susan and Tor are divorced. They have two children aged four and six. What rights do their children have according to the law?

  • A The children have the right to live together.
  • B The children have the right to have contact with both parents.
  • C The children have the right to choose which of the parents they want to live with.

Correct answer: B. The children have the right to have contact with both parents.

Question 108. What belongs to March 8th?

  • A New Year's Day
  • B Birthday
  • C Women's Day

Correct answer: C. Women's Day

Question 109. What is the State Loan Fund's (Lånekassen) task?

  • A Bank where students can borrow money to study.
  • B State bank that gives free money to students.
  • C State bank where students can open everything.

Correct answer: A. Bank where students can borrow money to study.

Question 110. Maria is in 6th grade. She has been ill for a long time and has trouble following lessons in several subjects. What happens to Maria when the next school year starts?

  • A She must repeat 6th grade (text says 8th grade, likely typo in original).
  • B She is allowed to quit the subjects she struggles with.
  • C She continues in 7th grade.

Correct answer: C. She continues in 7th grade.

Question 111. Who gives new laws?

  • A Police
  • B The Storting
  • C The courts

Correct answer: B. The Storting

Question 112. What percentage are women in higher education in Norway?

  • A Approx. 20%
  • B Approx. 40%
  • C Over 60%

Correct answer: C. Over 60%

Question 113. Representatives to the Storting are elected from?

  • A Political parties
  • B Supreme Court
  • C The Government

Correct answer: A. Political parties

Question 114. Who is the target group for the introduction program?

  • A All asylum seekers between 18 and 55.
  • B All refugees between 18 and 55.
  • C All immigrants between 18 and 55.

Correct answer: B. All refugees between 18 and 55.

Question 115. Why do we celebrate May 17th?

  • A It is Norway's national day.
  • B It is Labor Day.
  • C It is the king's birthday.

Correct answer: A. It is Norway's national day.

Question 116. What day is May 1st?

  • A National Day
  • B Wedding Day
  • C Labor Day

Correct answer: C. Labor Day

Question 117. If you are moving, where must you contact?

  • A NAV
  • B Population Register (Folkeregisteret)
  • C Police

Correct answer: B. Population Register (Folkeregisteret)

Question 118. Who shall decide on abortion in a pregnancy before the 12th week?

  • A GP
  • B The woman herself
  • C Woman and man must agree.

Correct answer: B. The woman herself

Question 119. In the 1800s, what is correct about work in Norway?

  • A Worked good hours, people not rich and poor.
  • B Worked short hours, people rich.
  • C Worked long hours, people poor.

Correct answer: C. Worked long hours, people poor.

Question 120. How much do patients admitted to public hospitals pay?

  • A Nothing, it is free.
  • B 100 NOK.
  • C Deductible (Egenandel).

Correct answer: A. Nothing, it is free.

Question 121. Which city is known as the capital of Northern Norway?

  • A Tromsø
  • B Bodø
  • C Alta

Correct answer: A. Tromsø

Question 122. Jon has a job in a shop. He shall have an employment contract. When at the latest shall he have received the contract?

  • A When the employer decides.
  • B When he starts the job.
  • C After a trial period of three weeks.

Correct answer: B. When he starts the job.

Question 123. What is a "blue prescription" (blå resept)?

  • A Documents for high-priced medicines.
  • B Documents for only blue medicines.
  • C Documents for medicines for serious/chronic illnesses.

Correct answer: C. Documents for medicines for serious/chronic illnesses.

Question 124. To whom does the Working Environment Act apply?

  • A Those employed by the public sector.
  • B All employees and employers.
  • C Those working for companies.

Correct answer: B. All employees and employers.

Question 125. When must you report to the population register?

  • A You shall change address or marry.
  • B You shall work.
  • C You shall go to school.

Correct answer: A. You shall change address or marry.

Question 126. How many people live in Norway?

  • A Around 4 million.
  • B Around 5 million.
  • C Around 6 million.

Correct answer: C. Around 6 million.

Question 127. What is correct about the child vaccination program in Norway?

  • A Parents decide.
  • B It is mandatory for all children.
  • C It is free only for families with little money.

Correct answer: A. Parents decide.

Question 128. What is correct about female genital mutilation in Norway?

  • A Parents' culture applies.
  • B It is punishable by law.
  • C It follows the culture one had before.

Correct answer: B. It is punishable by law.

Question 129. Who has the main responsibility for welfare schemes in Norway?

  • A Large private firms.
  • B State and municipality.
  • C Voluntary organizations.

Correct answer: B. State and municipality.

Question 130. What is correct about a GP (fastlege)?

  • A The state chooses a GP for the people.
  • B A GP is a doctor you go to when you are ill.
  • C You can go to the GP when ill without waiting in queue.

Correct answer: B. A GP is a doctor you go to when you are ill.

Question 131. What is the State Loan Fund for Education (Statens lånekasse)?

  • A A state office that rents out student housing.
  • B A state library for teaching materials.
  • C A state bank students can borrow money from.

Correct answer: C. A state bank students can borrow money from.

Question 132. In the Norwegian welfare system, people have economic rights. What are examples of such rights?

  • A Sickness benefit, unemployment benefit, introduction support, and child benefit.
  • B Sickness benefit, unemployment benefit, introduction support, and good salary.
  • C Sickness benefit, unemployment benefit, introduction support, and low tax.

Correct answer: A. Sickness benefit, unemployment benefit, introduction support, and child benefit.

Question 133. What is correct about medical confidentiality (taushetsplikt)?

  • A The doctor cannot write in the patient's journal.
  • B The doctor cannot share information with others without the patient's consent.
  • C The doctor can tell others about the patient's diagnosis.

Correct answer: B. The doctor cannot share information with others without the patient's consent.

Question 134. What does a health exemption card (frikort) mean?

  • A You don't have to wait in line for the doctor.
  • B You can go directly to a hospital doctor without a GP.
  • C You don't have to pay a deductible for the rest of the year.

Correct answer: C. You don't have to pay a deductible for the rest of the year.

Question 135. Can one marry someone of the same sex?

  • A Yes, but parents and the county governor must allow it.
  • B Yes.
  • C No.

Correct answer: B. Yes.

Question 136. To whom do we pay tax?

  • A State and municipality.
  • B NAV and municipality.
  • C School and municipality.

Correct answer: A. State and municipality.

Question 137. How much does an adult pay for standard dental care?

  • A Nothing.
  • B Full price.
  • C Half price.

Correct answer: B. Full price.

Question 138. Which health service is free for adults in Norway?

  • A Dentist.
  • B When admitted to a public hospital.
  • C GP.

Correct answer: B. When admitted to a public hospital.

Question 139. What are the two written languages we use in Norway?

  • A Nynorsk and Bokmål.
  • B Nynorsk and English.
  • C Bokmål and English.

Correct answer: A. Nynorsk and Bokmål.

Question 140. What is the Norwegian Consumer Council (Forbrukerrådet)?

  • A An organization that helps consumers with complaints and advice
  • B A government tax office
  • C A shopping center association

Correct answer: A. An organization that helps consumers with complaints and advice

Question 141. How much does an adult pay for a standard visit to the GP?

  • A Deductible (Egenandel).
  • B Nothing.
  • C Full price.

Correct answer: A. Deductible (Egenandel).

Question 142. What is correct about private kindergartens?

  • A Children attend public kindergartens; it is common for children to attend private kindergartens.
  • B Children Only attend public kindergartens; it is not common for children to attend private kindergartens.
  • C All children attend public kindergartens; it is not common for children to attend private kindergartens.

Correct answer: A. Children attend public kindergartens; it is common for children to attend private kindergartens.

Question 143. What do we call the national costume in Norway?

  • A Saga costume.
  • B Bunald.
  • C Bunad.

Correct answer: C. Bunad.

Question 144. What is the main task of the courts?

  • A To judge according to the laws.
  • B To judge according to what the government wants.
  • C To judge according to what the Storting wants.

Correct answer: A. To judge according to the laws.

Question 145. When you move, must you notify the population register?

  • A Within a year.
  • B Within half a year.
  • C Within eight days.

Correct answer: C. Within eight days.

Question 146. In which month do we celebrate Christmas?

  • A In March/April.
  • B In December.
  • C In January.

Correct answer: B. In December.

Question 147. The king who united Norway into one country is named?

  • A Haakon the Good.
  • B Olav the Saint.
  • C Harald Fairhair.

Correct answer: C. Harald Fairhair.

Question 148. Which of the points below is the government's task?

  • A To judge criminals.
  • B To propose new laws and changes to the laws.
  • C To adopt laws and change old laws.

Correct answer: B. To propose new laws and changes to the laws.

Question 149. What is 'dugnad' in Norwegian culture?

  • A A traditional Norwegian food
  • B Voluntary communal work where people help each other
  • C A type of Norwegian folk dance

Correct answer: B. Voluntary communal work where people help each other

Question 150. What is an overview in a CV?

  • A Education and experience.
  • B Education and work experience.
  • C Education and qualifications.

Correct answer: B. Education and work experience.

Question 151. Which organizations is Norway a member of?

  • A EU and NATO.
  • B UN and EU.
  • C NATO and UN.

Correct answer: C. NATO and UN.

Question 152. What is a normal working week?

  • A 36.5 hours.
  • B 37.5 hours.
  • C 38.5 hours.

Correct answer: B. 37.5 hours.

Question 153. Where can you apply for a study place at colleges and universities?

  • A www.samordnaopptak.no
  • B Send message to university.
  • C Apply on their own.

Correct answer: A. www.samordnaopptak.no

Question 154. How can we avoid lifestyle diseases?

  • A Absence of disease.
  • B Thrive with life.
  • C Eat healthy food and be physically active.

Correct answer: C. Eat healthy food and be physically active.

Question 155. Who adopts laws in Norway?

  • A The State.
  • B The Storting.
  • C The Government.

Correct answer: B. The Storting.

Question 156. What is important for a trade union (fagforening)?

  • A Medicine and housing.
  • B Holidays and food.
  • C Salary and working hours.

Correct answer: C. Salary and working hours.

Question 157. What is the name of the party in government?

  • A Labor Party (Arbeiderpartiet).
  • B Conservative Party (Høyre).
  • C Red Party (Rødt).

Correct answer: A. Labor Party (Arbeiderpartiet).

Question 158. Who is responsible for kindergartens?

  • A The State.
  • B County Municipalities.
  • C Municipalities.

Correct answer: C. Municipalities.

Question 159. What is a lifestyle disease?

  • A Diabetes.
  • B Lung cancer.
  • C Heart disease.

Correct answer: C. Heart disease.

Question 160. Who is responsible for tax cards?

  • A The State.
  • B The Tax Administration (Skatteetaten).
  • C The Storting.

Correct answer: B. The Tax Administration (Skatteetaten).

Question 161. The Loan Fund (Lånekassen) shall contribute to?

  • A All can secure access to society.
  • B All students can be efficient.
  • C All can get an education regardless of age, gender, and economic or social situation.

Correct answer: C. All can get an education regardless of age, gender, and economic or social situation.

Question 162. What is an example of vocational education at the upper secondary level?

  • A Plumber.
  • B Nurses
  • C Engineer

Correct answer: A. Plumber.

Question 163. What is correct about schools in Norway?

  • A Few public and most private schools.
  • B Most public and few private schools.
  • C Many public and most private schools.

Correct answer: B. Most public and few private schools.

Question 164. What is required to bring family to Norway?

  • A One must have a home and be able to provide for the family.
  • B One must have school and be able to provide for family.
  • C One must have hotel and be able to provide for family.

Correct answer: A. One must have a home and be able to provide for the family.

Question 165. Which of the below jobs is part of the Norwegian Welfare State?

  • A Hair Dresser
  • B Teacher
  • C Construction Worker

Correct answer: B. Teacher

Question 166. What is true about prenatal check-ups in Norway?

  • A Women must pay full cost for all prenatal check-ups.
  • B Prenatal check-ups are free for pregnant women.
  • C Only Norwegian citizens get free prenatal care.

Correct answer: B. Prenatal check-ups are free for pregnant women.

Question 167. What percentage of Norwegians complete higher education (university or college)?

  • A Approximately 20%
  • B Approximately 35%
  • C Approximately 60%

Correct answer: B. Approximately 35%

Question 168. Who was Vidkun Quisling?

  • A He collaborated with Nazi Germany during World War II and led Norway's occupation government.
  • B He was Norway's first prime minister after independence.
  • C He was a famous Norwegian explorer.

Correct answer: A. He collaborated with Nazi Germany during World War II and led Norway's occupation government.

Question 169. What is a 'blue prescription' (blå resept)?

  • A A prescription for antibiotics only.
  • B A prescription for certain chronic illnesses where the state covers most of the medication cost.
  • C A prescription that can only be used at private pharmacies.

Correct answer: B. A prescription for certain chronic illnesses where the state covers most of the medication cost.

Question 170. What is the right to access nature in Norway called?

  • A Allemannsretten (The Right of Public Access)
  • B Naturloven (The Nature Law)
  • C Friluftslov (Outdoor Recreation Act)

Correct answer: A. Allemannsretten (The Right of Public Access)

Question 171. For how long can you camp with a tent in the mountains or by a river in Norway according to allemannsretten?

  • A Up to 7 days
  • B Up to 2 days in one place, if more than 150 meters from buildings
  • C Up to 14 days

Correct answer: B. Up to 2 days in one place, if more than 150 meters from buildings

Question 172. What is the Norwegian word for parental leave?

  • A Foreldrepermisjon
  • B Barnepermisjon
  • C Familiepermisjon

Correct answer: A. Foreldrepermisjon

Question 173. How many weeks of parental leave can parents take in total after a child is born?

  • A 26 weeks
  • B 49 weeks with full pay or 59 weeks with 80% pay
  • C 12 weeks

Correct answer: B. 49 weeks with full pay or 59 weeks with 80% pay

Question 174. What does 'dugnad' mean in Norwegian culture?

  • A A mandatory tax payment
  • B Voluntary community work where people come together to help each other
  • C A political demonstration

Correct answer: B. Voluntary community work where people come together to help each other

Question 175. Who can vote in municipal elections in Norway?

  • A Only Norwegian citizens
  • B Norwegian citizens and foreign citizens who have lived in Norway for at least 3 years
  • C Everyone over 18 years old living in Norway

Correct answer: B. Norwegian citizens and foreign citizens who have lived in Norway for at least 3 years

Question 176. What is the pension age (retirement age) in Norway?

  • A 60 years
  • B 67 years, but flexible from age 62
  • C 70 years

Correct answer: B. 67 years, but flexible from age 62

Question 177. What does 'janteloven' refer to in Norwegian culture?

  • A A law about taxes
  • B An unwritten social code emphasizing equality and not thinking you're better than others
  • C A law about workplace rights

Correct answer: B. An unwritten social code emphasizing equality and not thinking you're better than others

Question 178. What is 'russetid' in Norway?

  • A A national holiday celebrating independence
  • B A celebration period for students finishing upper secondary school
  • C A traditional harvest festival

Correct answer: B. A celebration period for students finishing upper secondary school

Question 179. What is the minimum wage in Norway?

  • A 100 NOK per hour for all workers
  • B There is no general minimum wage law; wages are negotiated through collective agreements
  • C 150 NOK per hour set by law

Correct answer: B. There is no general minimum wage law; wages are negotiated through collective agreements

Question 180. What is 'LO' in Norway?

  • A The Norwegian Confederation of Trade Unions
  • B A political party
  • C A government agency for employment

Correct answer: A. The Norwegian Confederation of Trade Unions

Question 181. How many days of sick leave can you have before needing a doctor's note?

  • A 1 day
  • B 3 days (self-certification)
  • C 7 days

Correct answer: B. 3 days (self-certification)

Question 182. What is 'Arbeidstilsynet'?

  • A The tax office
  • B The Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority that ensures safe working conditions
  • C The unemployment office

Correct answer: B. The Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority that ensures safe working conditions

Question 183. What is the notice period when quitting a job in Norway?

  • A Typically 1 month, but it varies depending on the employment contract
  • B Always 3 months by law
  • C No notice period is required

Correct answer: A. Typically 1 month, but it varies depending on the employment contract

Question 184. What is 'SFO' (skolefritidsordning)?

  • A Before and after school care for children in grades 1-4
  • B Special education for children with learning difficulties
  • C Summer vacation program

Correct answer: A. Before and after school care for children in grades 1-4

Question 185. Who was Roald Amundsen?

  • A A Norwegian explorer who was the first to reach the South Pole
  • B A Norwegian king
  • C A Norwegian author

Correct answer: A. A Norwegian explorer who was the first to reach the South Pole

Question 186. What is 'Syttende mai' (17th of May)?

  • A Norway's Independence Day
  • B Norway's Constitution Day
  • C Norway's National Unity Day

Correct answer: B. Norway's Constitution Day

Question 187. What is the Norwegian word for cohabitant/partner (living together without marriage)?

  • A Samboer
  • B Partner
  • C Venn

Correct answer: A. Samboer

Question 188. What is 'BankID' used for in Norway?

  • A Only for banking transactions
  • B Electronic identification for public and private services, banking, and official documents
  • C A credit card

Correct answer: B. Electronic identification for public and private services, banking, and official documents

Question 189. What is the VAT (moms/MVA) rate on most goods and services in Norway?

  • A 15%
  • B 20%
  • C 25%

Correct answer: C. 25%

Question 190. What is 'Vinmonopolet'?

  • A The state-owned retail monopoly for wine and spirits over 4.7% alcohol
  • B A private wine shop chain
  • C A wine tasting club

Correct answer: A. The state-owned retail monopoly for wine and spirits over 4.7% alcohol

Question 191. At what age can you buy alcohol over 4.7% in Norway?

  • A 18 years
  • B 20 years
  • C 21 years

Correct answer: A. 18 years

Question 192. What is 'fødselsnummer' (personal identification number)?

  • A A bank account number
  • B An 11-digit number used for identification in all public and private services
  • C A social security number only for healthcare

Correct answer: B. An 11-digit number used for identification in all public and private services

Question 193. What is 'egenandel' in the Norwegian healthcare system?

  • A The total cost of treatment
  • B A co-payment or deductible you pay before receiving free healthcare
  • C The monthly health insurance fee

Correct answer: B. A co-payment or deductible you pay before receiving free healthcare

Question 194. What is the maximum amount you pay for healthcare in Norway before receiving a 'frikort'?

  • A Approximately 1,578 NOK per year
  • B Approximately 2,578 NOK per year
  • C Approximately 3,278 NOK per year

Correct answer: C. Approximately 3,278 NOK per year

Question 195. What is 'OsloMet' or 'NTNU'?

  • A Norwegian universities
  • B Norwegian hospitals
  • C Norwegian government agencies

Correct answer: A. Norwegian universities

Question 196. What does 'integrering' mean?

  • A Integration- the process of immigrants becoming part of Norwegian society
  • B A type of visa
  • C A government tax program

Correct answer: A. Integration- the process of immigrants becoming part of Norwegian society

Question 197. What is 'barnehage' in Norway?

  • A Primary school
  • B Kindergarten for children aged 1-5 years
  • C After-school care

Correct answer: B. Kindergarten for children aged 1-5 years

Question 198. What is 'UDI' (Utlendingsdirektoratet)?

  • A The Norwegian Directorate of Immigration
  • B The Norwegian tax authority
  • C The Norwegian employment agency

Correct answer: A. The Norwegian Directorate of Immigration

Question 199. What is required to obtain Norwegian citizenship?

  • A Live in Norway for 7 years, pass a Norwegian language test, and pass a citizenship test
  • B Live in Norway for 3 years only
  • C Be married to a Norwegian citizen for 2 years

Correct answer: A. Live in Norway for 7 years, pass a Norwegian language test, and pass a citizenship test

Question 200. What is 'NRK'?

  • A The Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation- the state-owned public broadcaster
  • B A private television company
  • C The Norwegian Radio Klub

Correct answer: A. The Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation- the state-owned public broadcaster

Question 201. Which type of public transport is most common in Norwegian cities?

  • A Tram and metro
  • B Bus
  • C Ferry

Correct answer: B. Bus

Question 202. How many weeks of parental leave can parents share in total?

  • A 26 weeks
  • B 49 weeks
  • C 78 weeks

Correct answer: B. 49 weeks

Question 203. What is the digital system for communicating with public services called?

  • A Altinn
  • B MinSide
  • C DigitalNorway

Correct answer: A. Altinn

Question 204. What temperature is typical in southern Norway during summer?

  • A 10-15 degrees Celsius
  • B 15-25 degrees Celsius
  • C 25-35 degrees Celsius

Correct answer: B. 15-25 degrees Celsius

Question 205. Do tenants in Norway have the right to terminate a rental agreement?

  • A Yes, with usually 3 months' notice
  • B No, only the landlord can terminate
  • C Yes, but only after 2 years of tenancy

Correct answer: A. Yes, with usually 3 months' notice

Question 206. Which emergency number do you call for urgent medical help?

  • A 110
  • B 112
  • C 113

Correct answer: C. 113

Question 207. What is the standard working week in Norway?

  • A 35 hours
  • B 37.5 hours
  • C 40 hours

Correct answer: B. 37.5 hours

Question 208. Can you return goods purchased online in Norway?

  • A Yes, you have a 14-day right of withdrawal
  • B No, online purchases are final
  • C Only if the item is defective

Correct answer: A. Yes, you have a 14-day right of withdrawal

Question 209. How old must you be to vote in local elections?

  • A 16 years
  • B 18 years
  • C 21 years

Correct answer: B. 18 years

Question 210. What do you need to open a bank account in Norway?

  • A Only a passport
  • B Personal identification number and ID
  • C Employment contract

Correct answer: B. Personal identification number and ID

Question 211. Which document shows who owns a property in Norway?

  • A Property valuation
  • B Land registry (Grunnboken)
  • C Purchase contract

Correct answer: B. Land registry (Grunnboken)

Question 212. Is it common to remove shoes when entering Norwegian homes?

  • A Yes, it is common practice
  • B No, it is considered rude
  • C Only during winter months

Correct answer: A. Yes, it is common practice

Question 213. How long is the notice period for permanent employees after probation?

  • A 2 weeks
  • B 1 month
  • C 3 months

Correct answer: B. 1 month

Question 214. What does Norwegian 'innboforsikring' (contents insurance) cover?

  • A Only the property itself
  • B Personal belongings and movables
  • C Your car

Correct answer: B. Personal belongings and movables

Question 215. What is the VAT (sales tax) rate on food in Norway?

  • A 0%
  • B 15%
  • C 25%

Correct answer: B. 15%

Question 216. What is the Norwegian system for recycling bottles and cans called?

  • A The deposit system (Pantesystemet)
  • B The return scheme
  • C The recycling program

Correct answer: A. The deposit system (Pantesystemet)

Question 217. Do you have to pay to use public roads in Norway?

  • A Yes, all roads have tolls
  • B No, but some roads have toll stations
  • C Only foreign vehicles pay

Correct answer: B. No, but some roads have toll stations

Question 218. What break rights do employees have during the workday?

  • A No statutory right to breaks
  • B At least 30 minutes break for work over 6 hours
  • C 1 hour break regardless of working hours

Correct answer: B. At least 30 minutes break for work over 6 hours

Question 219. How many vacation days are employees entitled to per year?

  • A 21 working days
  • B 25 working days
  • C 30 working days

Correct answer: B. 25 working days

Question 220. Who decides how much parents pay for kindergarten?

  • A The government
  • B The municipality
  • C The county authority

Correct answer: A. The government

Question 221. Is it common for children in Norway to attend kindergarten?

  • A Yes, most children aged 1-5 attend kindergarten
  • B No, most children aged 1-5 don't attend kindergarten
  • C About half of children aged 1-5 attend kindergarten

Correct answer: A. Yes, most children aged 1-5 attend kindergarten

Question 222. Kindergartens in Norway shall build on human rights. True or false?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only private kindergartens

Correct answer: A. True

Question 223. Are parents invited to meetings at kindergartens?

  • A Yes, to both group meetings and individual meetings
  • B No, parents are not invited to meetings
  • C Only to group meetings

Correct answer: A. Yes, to both group meetings and individual meetings

Question 224. Do kindergartens have a responsibility to combat discrimination?

  • A Yes, all forms of discrimination
  • B No, this is not their responsibility
  • C Only discrimination based on ethnicity

Correct answer: A. Yes, all forms of discrimination

Question 225. Who decided the maximum price for kindergarten places?

  • A Each municipality
  • B The Storting (Norwegian Parliament)
  • C The kindergartens themselves

Correct answer: B. The Storting (Norwegian Parliament)

Question 226. Do parents who don't speak Norwegian have the right to an interpreter at kindergarten meetings?

  • A Yes, they have this right
  • B No, they do not have this right
  • C Only if they pay for it themselves

Correct answer: A. Yes, they have this right

Question 227. Is the kindergarten fee the same for all children?

  • A Yes, exactly the same for everyone
  • B No, it varies based on family income and siblings
  • C Only for children under 3 years

Correct answer: B. No, it varies based on family income and siblings

Question 228. What is the sibling discount in kindergarten?

  • A Parents pay less when they have multiple children at the same kindergarten
  • B Older siblings get free kindergarten
  • C There is no sibling discount

Correct answer: A. Parents pay less when they have multiple children at the same kindergarten

Question 229. When do children typically start school in Norway?

  • A In June the year they turn 6
  • B In August the year they turn 6
  • C In August the year they turn 7

Correct answer: B. In August the year they turn 6

Question 230. What percentage of children attend private schools in Norway?

  • A Around 5 percent
  • B Around 15 percent
  • C Around 50 percent

Correct answer: A. Around 5 percent

Question 231. What is the grading scale for conduct at lower secondary school?

  • A From 0 to 100 percent
  • B Good, fair, and poor
  • C From 1 to 6, where 6 is the best

Correct answer: B. Good, fair, and poor

Question 232. Is primary and lower secondary education compulsory and free in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for Norwegian citizens

Correct answer: A. True

Question 233. How many years does primary and lower secondary school last?

  • A 10 years
  • B 13 years
  • C 12 years

Correct answer: A. 10 years

Question 234. Primary school in Norway covers which grades?

  • A Grade 1 to grade 6
  • B Grade 1 to grade 7
  • C Grade 1 to grade 5

Correct answer: B. Grade 1 to grade 7

Question 235. What is the academic grading scale in lower secondary school?

  • A A to F
  • B 1 to 6, where 6 is best
  • C 0 to 100 points

Correct answer: B. 1 to 6, where 6 is best

Question 236. Is corporal punishment prohibited in Norway?

  • A Yes, both at school and at home
  • B Yes, but only at school
  • C No, it is allowed at home

Correct answer: A. Yes, both at school and at home

Question 237. Do children receive the same quality of education regardless of which municipality they live in?

  • A Yes, education quality is standardized
  • B No, it varies significantly
  • C Only in urban areas

Correct answer: A. Yes, education quality is standardized

Question 238. Do pupils in Norwegian schools work in groups and on projects?

  • A Yes, this is common
  • B Rarely, they mostly work individually
  • C Only in upper secondary school

Correct answer: A. Yes, this is common

Question 239. Do all children have the same right to education in Norway?

  • A Yes, regardless of background
  • B No, only Norwegian citizens
  • C Only children with permanent residence

Correct answer: A. Yes, regardless of background

Question 240. Who adopts the national curriculum for schools?

  • A Each municipality
  • B The Storting
  • C The Ministry of Education

Correct answer: C. The Ministry of Education

Question 241. Can pupils be treated differently based on where they live or their background?

  • A No, this is not allowed
  • B Yes, in certain cases
  • C Only for special education needs

Correct answer: A. No, this is not allowed

Question 242. How often do teachers meet with parents and pupils to discuss progress?

  • A At least three times a year
  • B At least twice every half-year
  • C At least twice a year

Correct answer: C. At least twice a year

Question 243. What is discussed at parent-teacher meetings?

  • A The pupil's academic development and enjoyment of school
  • B Only academic grades
  • C The challenges of other pupils in the class

Correct answer: A. The pupil's academic development and enjoyment of school

Question 244. Is it important for parents to read written information from the school?

  • A Yes, very important
  • B No, it's optional
  • C Only for important events

Correct answer: A. Yes, very important

Question 245. Can parents contact teachers if they have questions?

  • A Yes, they can contact teachers or other school staff
  • B No, only through formal meetings
  • C Only during scheduled hours

Correct answer: A. Yes, they can contact teachers or other school staff

Question 246. Do parents and schools always agree on what is important?

  • A Not always, but they work together
  • B Yes, always
  • C No, they usually disagree

Correct answer: A. Not always, but they work together

Question 247. Does the school share responsibility for a child's upbringing with parents?

  • A Yes, it's a shared responsibility
  • B No, only parents are responsible
  • C Only for academic matters

Correct answer: A. Yes, it's a shared responsibility

Question 248. Must children ensure they learn what they need on their own?

  • A No, parents and teachers guide them
  • B Yes, they are solely responsible
  • C Only in upper secondary school

Correct answer: A. No, parents and teachers guide them

Question 249. Are there only public kindergartens in Norway?

  • A Yes, only public kindergartens
  • B No, there are both public and private kindergartens
  • C Only private kindergartens

Correct answer: B. No, there are both public and private kindergartens

Question 250. What are NAV's duties?

  • A To get more people into work and contribute to a well-functioning labour market
  • B To negotiate pay and holidays with employers
  • C To help employees when they go on strike

Correct answer: A. To get more people into work and contribute to a well-functioning labour market

Question 251. Is NAV responsible for all benefit schemes in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only unemployment benefits

Correct answer: B. False

Question 252. How many NAV offices are there in Norway?

  • A Three- in Oslo, Trondheim and Bergen
  • B One in every municipality
  • C Only one central office

Correct answer: B. One in every municipality

Question 253. What percentage of gainfully employed in Norway work in the public sector?

  • A Around one third
  • B Around one quarter
  • C Almost all

Correct answer: A. Around one third

Question 254. Is the use of welfare benefits in Norway largely based on trust?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for unemployment benefits

Correct answer: A. True

Question 255. A welfare state depends on what?

  • A As many people as possible working and paying tax
  • B Large donations from wealthy individuals
  • C International aid and support

Correct answer: A. As many people as possible working and paying tax

Question 256. Do people who live in a welfare state get free food and accommodation?

  • A False
  • B True
  • C Only unemployed people

Correct answer: A. False

Question 257. Can NAV help us if we need assistance to qualify to find work?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only Norwegian citizens

Correct answer: A. True

Question 258. Who decides which benefit schemes are to be in place?

  • A The politicians
  • B NAV administrators
  • C The King

Correct answer: A. The politicians

Question 259. Can welfare schemes in Norway be changed without changing the constitution?

  • A Yes, they can be changed
  • B No, constitution must be changed
  • C Only by referendum

Correct answer: A. Yes, they can be changed

Question 260. Can the welfare state provide financial assistance to those who need it?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only to citizens

Correct answer: A. True

Question 261. What is gross pay?

  • A Pay before paying tax
  • B Pay after paying tax
  • C Pay including bonuses

Correct answer: A. Pay before paying tax

Question 262. What is a payslip?

  • A A written document to the employer with information about pay and tax deductions
  • B A written document to the Tax Administration
  • C A written document with your account number

Correct answer: A. A written document to the employer with information about pay and tax deductions

Question 263. What is undeclared work?

  • A Illegal work without a contract and without the worker paying tax
  • B Work on something illegal like theft
  • C Work with extra pay for risk

Correct answer: A. Illegal work without a contract and without the worker paying tax

Question 264. Does everyone who earns more than a minimum amount have to pay tax?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only Norwegian citizens

Correct answer: A. True

Question 265. Who is punished if undeclared work is detected?

  • A Both employer and worker
  • B Only the employer
  • C Only the worker

Correct answer: A. Both employer and worker

Question 266. Is everyone who gets a job entitled to a written employment contract?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only permanent positions

Correct answer: A. True

Question 267. What is net pay?

  • A Pay after tax
  • B Pay before tax
  • C Pay including overtime

Correct answer: A. Pay after tax

Question 268. How often are employees normally paid?

  • A Once a month
  • B Twice a year
  • C Once a week

Correct answer: A. Once a month

Question 269. Do women earn less than men on average in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C They earn exactly the same

Correct answer: A. True

Question 270. Is paying tax voluntary in Norway?

  • A False, it is mandatory
  • B True, it is voluntary
  • C Only for self-employed

Correct answer: A. False, it is mandatory

Question 271. How does the tax system work in Norway?

  • A Those who earn a lot pay more tax, those who earn less pay less
  • B Everyone pays the same amount
  • C Only employers pay tax

Correct answer: A. Those who earn a lot pay more tax, those who earn less pay less

Question 272. Is it the Tax Administration's responsibility to have correct information about you?

  • A No, it is your responsibility to provide correct information
  • B Yes, only their responsibility
  • C Your employer is responsible

Correct answer: A. No, it is your responsibility to provide correct information

Question 273. Do employees who don't pay taxes contribute to society?

  • A No, they do not contribute
  • B Yes, they still contribute
  • C Only through their work

Correct answer: B. Yes, they still contribute

Question 274. When did oil and gas production become an important part of Norwegian industry?

  • A After oil was found in the North Sea in the late 1960s
  • B After oil was found in the Norwegian Sea in the late 1980s
  • C After oil was found in the Barents Sea in the late 1970s

Correct answer: A. After oil was found in the North Sea in the late 1960s

Question 275. Where are most jobs in Norway today?

  • A In service professions
  • B In oil and gas production
  • C In agriculture

Correct answer: A. In service professions

Question 276. What were the most important industries 150 years ago?

  • A Agriculture, forestry and fishing
  • B Transport and road work
  • C Healthcare, schools and kindergartens

Correct answer: A. Agriculture, forestry and fishing

Question 277. Were factories built in the late 1500s, causing many people to move to cities?

  • A False, this was later
  • B True
  • C Only in Oslo

Correct answer: A. False, this was later

Question 278. What percentage work in agriculture in Norway today?

  • A Under 3%
  • B Around 15%
  • C Around 30%

Correct answer: A. Under 3%

Question 279. Is more food produced in Norway now than before?

  • A False, less is produced
  • B True, more is produced
  • C About the same amount

Correct answer: B. True, more is produced

Question 280. Did many Norwegians immigrate to America during the first half of the 1900s?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only from northern Norway

Correct answer: A. True

Question 281. Do we have machines that make it easier to produce food than before?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only on large farms

Correct answer: A. True

Question 282. Is there focus on transition to green jobs due to climate challenges?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in certain sectors

Correct answer: A. True

Question 283. Has oil and gas meant a lot for the Norwegian economy?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in certain regions

Correct answer: A. True

Question 284. What is a job application?

  • A A letter to the employer about yourself and your background
  • B A letter to the employee about the job and salary
  • C A letter to the municipality registering employment

Correct answer: A. A letter to the employer about yourself and your background

Question 285. What is a CV?

  • A A document briefly describing work experience and education
  • B A document explaining why you want the job
  • C A document from previous employer about performance

Correct answer: A. A document briefly describing work experience and education

Question 286. Who can ask questions at a job interview?

  • A Both job seeker and employer
  • B Only the employer
  • C Only the job seeker

Correct answer: A. Both job seeker and employer

Question 287. Is there strong competition for jobs in Norway?

  • A Yes, there is competition
  • B No, there is little competition
  • C Only for certain professions

Correct answer: A. Yes, there is competition

Question 288. Is a firm handshake and eye contact important at job interviews?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for men

Correct answer: A. True

Question 289. Do Norwegian employers only look at education?

  • A False, they consider education, experience and demeanor
  • B True, only education matters
  • C Only work experience matters

Correct answer: A. False, they consider education, experience and demeanor

Question 290. Is it common to have several job interviews before being hired?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for management positions

Correct answer: A. True

Question 291. Is it important to use contacts and networks when job searching?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for senior positions

Correct answer: A. True

Question 292. Is unemployment high in Norway?

  • A False, it is relatively low
  • B True, it is high
  • C Only in certain regions

Correct answer: A. False, it is relatively low

Question 293. Is it smart to consider what clothes to wear for a job interview?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for office jobs

Correct answer: A. True

Question 294. Is it important that CV and application are written in correct Norwegian?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for language-related jobs

Correct answer: A. True

Question 295. What is a reference?

  • A When previous bosses or colleagues tell how the applicant performed at work
  • B When friends tell what kind of person you are
  • C When family tells your role in the family

Correct answer: A. When previous bosses or colleagues tell how the applicant performed at work

Question 296. What is a network?

  • A All people we know, meet and have contact with
  • B All people in our neighborhood
  • C Only professional colleagues

Correct answer: A. All people we know, meet and have contact with

Question 297. Is it common to advertise vacant positions in Norway?

  • A No, 60-80% of vacant jobs are not advertised
  • B Yes, it is legally required for all workplaces
  • C Only 1 in 10 positions are advertised

Correct answer: A. No, 60-80% of vacant jobs are not advertised

Question 298. Which websites are commonly used for job searching?

  • A nav.no and finn.no
  • B finn.no and regjeringen.no
  • C stortinget.no and nav.no

Correct answer: A. nav.no and finn.no

Question 299. Should you use your network when job searching?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for management positions

Correct answer: A. True

Question 300. Can you find vacant positions on nav.no and finn.no?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only on nav.no

Correct answer: A. True

Question 301. Is a reference a family member who tells what you are good at?

  • A False
  • B True
  • C Only if you have no work experience

Correct answer: A. False

Question 302. Is it recommended to have internships at workplaces to gain experience?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for students

Correct answer: A. True

Question 303. Are many positions never advertised?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only senior positions

Correct answer: A. True

Question 304. What is source criticism?

  • A To evaluate what you read
  • B To disagree with what you read
  • C To dislike what you read

Correct answer: A. To evaluate what you read

Question 305. What suits Norwegian society?

  • A That everyone should have their own opinions
  • B That everyone should agree to avoid arguments
  • C That people should avoid expressing opinions

Correct answer: A. That everyone should have their own opinions

Question 306. What should you consider when reading something on the internet?

  • A Who wrote it, if information is correct, if writer has an agenda
  • B Only who wrote it
  • C Nothing, all internet information is reliable

Correct answer: A. Who wrote it, if information is correct, if writer has an agenda

Question 307. Is information found on the internet always correct?

  • A False
  • B True
  • C Only from government websites

Correct answer: A. False

Question 308. Is the goal in Norway that everyone should agree?

  • A False
  • B True
  • C Only on political matters

Correct answer: A. False

Question 309. Does critical thinking and ethical awareness help develop better judgment?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in academic settings

Correct answer: A. True

Question 310. Should you ask yourself critical questions when reading information online?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for news articles

Correct answer: A. True

Question 311. Do children at school learn to argue for their opinions?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in upper secondary school

Correct answer: A. True

Question 312. Can only authorized persons post information on the internet?

  • A False
  • B True
  • C Only on official websites

Correct answer: A. False

Question 313. Must you ask permission to share pictures of others on social media?

  • A Yes, always ask first
  • B Sometimes, but not if you know them well
  • C No, freedom of expression allows it

Correct answer: A. Yes, always ask first

Question 314. What can you not write on the internet?

  • A Racist and discriminatory statements
  • B Negative reviews of Norwegian society
  • C Religious criticism

Correct answer: A. Racist and discriminatory statements

Question 315. What is a characteristic of good digital judgment?

  • A Only writing things you could say face-to-face
  • B Not writing personal opinions others disagree with
  • C Avoiding publishing pictures on social media

Correct answer: A. Only writing things you could say face-to-face

Question 316. What is privacy about?

  • A The right to a private life and to control your personal information
  • B The right to express yourself freely in public
  • C The right to be protected from discriminatory statements

Correct answer: A. The right to a private life and to control your personal information

Question 317. Are digital traces we leave during the day stored?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only on government websites

Correct answer: A. True

Question 318. Is freedom of expression in Norway absolute with no limitations?

  • A False, it has limitations
  • B True, it is absolute
  • C Only for Norwegian citizens

Correct answer: A. False, it has limitations

Question 319. Can private pictures be stolen by people who misuse them?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only from unencrypted devices

Correct answer: A. True

Question 320. Are TikTok, Facebook and Instagram social media?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only TikTok and Instagram

Correct answer: A. True

Question 321. How many children are born each year in Norway?

  • A About 55,000
  • B About 5,500
  • C About 15,000

Correct answer: A. About 55,000

Question 322. How old are Norwegian women on average when they have their first child?

  • A 30 years
  • B 19 years
  • C 25 years

Correct answer: A. 30 years

Question 323. What is the retirement age in Norway?

  • A 67 years
  • B 62 years
  • C 70 years

Correct answer: A. 67 years

Question 324. Is it strictly forbidden to circumcise girls in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in certain regions

Correct answer: A. True

Question 325. Do most couples in Norway live together for a while before getting married?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in urban areas

Correct answer: A. True

Question 326. Is it common to borrow money from the bank to buy a home and car?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for homes

Correct answer: A. True

Question 327. Are there few students in Norway who have jobs alongside their studies?

  • A False, many students work
  • B True, very few work
  • C Only at universities

Correct answer: A. False, many students work

Question 328. Do parents only receive child benefit for children between 0 and 10 years?

  • A False, until age 18
  • B True, only 0-10 years
  • C Until age 16

Correct answer: A. False, until age 18

Question 329. Do many elderly people in Norway live an active life?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in cities

Correct answer: A. True

Question 330. Do immigrants in Norway have the same residence permit and rights?

  • A False, it varies
  • B True, all the same
  • C Only EU citizens

Correct answer: A. False, it varies

Question 331. Can asylum seekers get rejection or granted asylum based on strong humanitarian considerations?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only from certain countries

Correct answer: A. True

Question 332. Must residents from EU/EEA countries apply for residence permit to work in Norway?

  • A False, they must only register
  • B True, they must apply
  • C Only non-Scandinavian EU citizens

Correct answer: A. False, they must only register

Question 333. Can persons individually persecuted in their home country get asylum in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only from certain regions

Correct answer: A. True

Question 334. What does the word immigrant mean?

  • A Someone born outside Norway who lives in Norway
  • B Someone with two parents born outside Norway
  • C Someone with one parent born outside Norway

Correct answer: A. Someone born outside Norway who lives in Norway

Question 335. Can EU/EEA residents work in Norway without applying for residence permit?

  • A Yes, but must register with police
  • B No, everyone must apply
  • C Only Scandinavians can work without permit

Correct answer: A. Yes, but must register with police

Question 336. On which website can you get tailored guidance for residence matters?

  • A www.udi.no
  • B www.skatteetaten.no
  • C www.nrk.no

Correct answer: A. www.udi.no

Question 337. What can family members of persons with residence permit in Norway apply for?

  • A Family reunification
  • B Family support
  • C Family benefit

Correct answer: A. Family reunification

Question 338. What is the goal of the introduction program?

  • A That participants get into work or education
  • B That participants learn about public transport
  • C That participants learn about Norwegian food and culture

Correct answer: A. That participants get into work or education

Question 339. How long does the introduction program last?

  • A Between two months and two years
  • B Between one month and one year
  • C Between three months and three years

Correct answer: C. Between three months and three years

Question 340. Who adopted the Integration Act?

  • A The Storting
  • B The Government
  • C The King

Correct answer: A. The Storting

Question 341. Who offers the introduction program?

  • A The municipality
  • B The county
  • C The state

Correct answer: A. The municipality

Question 342. What is a household?

  • A People who live in the same home and have shared finances
  • B People who live in the same apartment block
  • C People who live in the same housing cooperative

Correct answer: A. People who live in the same home and have shared finances

Question 343. How many persons live in an average Norwegian household?

  • A A little more than two persons
  • B A little more than three persons
  • C A little more than five persons

Correct answer: A. A little more than two persons

Question 344. Who gets parental responsibility when married and having a child?

  • A Both parents
  • B The mother
  • C The father

Correct answer: A. Both parents

Question 345. What percentage of those who marry today will likely divorce later?

  • A About 40 percent
  • B About 10 percent
  • C About 60 percent

Correct answer: A. About 40 percent

Question 346. Must persons who marry be over 16 years and marry voluntarily?

  • A True, over 18 years actually
  • B False, 16 is allowed
  • C Only with parental consent

Correct answer: A. True, over 18 years actually

Question 347. Is same-sex marriage legal in Norway since 2009?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only civil partnerships

Correct answer: A. True

Question 348. Must you be separated for three years before you can file for divorce?

  • A False, usually one year
  • B True, three years
  • C Only if there are children

Correct answer: A. False, usually one year

Question 349. Do Norwegian women on average have three children each?

  • A False, around 1.4 children
  • B True, three children
  • C Two children

Correct answer: A. False, around 1.4 children

Question 350. How many couples marry each year in Norway?

  • A About 20,000
  • B About 50,000
  • C About 10,000

Correct answer: A. About 20,000

Question 351. If a married couple takes out a loan, is only the husband responsible?

  • A False, both are responsible
  • B True, only the husband
  • C Depends on the loan type

Correct answer: A. False, both are responsible

Question 352. If you have a child without being married, does only the mother get parental responsibility?

  • A True, only mother initially
  • B False, both automatically
  • C Father gets it after one year

Correct answer: B. False, both automatically

Question 353. Can you file for divorce immediately if there has been violence in the marriage?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only after six months

Correct answer: A. True

Question 354. Is a message sent to the Population Register when a child is born?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for first-born children

Correct answer: A. True

Question 355. Do children have a right to care from their parents?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only until age 15

Correct answer: A. True

Question 356. Until what age must parents provide food and clothes for children?

  • A Until 18 years
  • B Until 15 years
  • C Until 16 years

Correct answer: A. Until 18 years

Question 357. Do parents have the right and duty to make decisions for children when they cannot decide themselves?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only the mother

Correct answer: A. True

Question 358. Does child-rearing change little across different cultures?

  • A False, it varies significantly
  • B True, very similar
  • C Only in Europe

Correct answer: A. False, it varies significantly

Question 359. Do parents want to know as little as possible about their children's lives?

  • A False, they want to be involved
  • B True, they prefer not to know
  • C Only for teenagers

Correct answer: A. False, they want to be involved

Question 360. Is all physical violence against children forbidden in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only severe violence

Correct answer: A. True

Question 361. What did children have to do in the past that they don't have to do now?

  • A Work to contribute money to the family
  • B Arrange weddings and baptisms
  • C Pay bills

Correct answer: A. Work to contribute money to the family

Question 362. Who has main responsibility for raising children?

  • A The parents
  • B The kindergarten
  • C The school

Correct answer: A. The parents

Question 363. Do most parents find child-rearing easy?

  • A No, it can be difficult at times
  • B Yes, always easy
  • C Only for first-time parents

Correct answer: A. No, it can be difficult at times

Question 364. Do children learn from both parents and society?

  • A True
  • B False, only from parents
  • C Only from society

Correct answer: A. True

Question 365. Do most cultures have similar attitudes, values and opinions?

  • A False, they differ
  • B True, very similar
  • C Only Western cultures

Correct answer: A. False, they differ

Question 366. What are the two main cultural groups we divide cultures into?

  • A I-cultures and we-cultures
  • B Unity cultures and individual cultures
  • C Can-cultures and will-cultures

Correct answer: A. I-cultures and we-cultures

Question 367. What characterizes we-cultures?

  • A They are group-oriented
  • B They are individual-oriented
  • C They are society-oriented

Correct answer: A. They are group-oriented

Question 368. What is typical for I-cultures?

  • A Independence is positive and equality is important
  • B Family opinion is most important
  • C Everyone has clearly defined roles

Correct answer: A. Independence is positive and equality is important

Question 369. Can child welfare assist children and families who need help?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in emergencies

Correct answer: A. True

Question 370. Is child welfare's most important task to protect children?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only from physical violence

Correct answer: A. True

Question 371. Do all who work in child welfare have confidentiality duty?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only social workers

Correct answer: A. True

Question 372. When did Norway's first child welfare law enter into force?

  • A Year 1900
  • B Year 1850
  • C Year 1950

Correct answer: A. Year 1900

Question 373. Where can you find child welfare offices?

  • A In all Norwegian municipalities
  • B In Oslo, Trondheim and Bergen
  • C In all Norwegian counties

Correct answer: A. In all Norwegian municipalities

Question 374. What is dugnad?

  • A Voluntary, unpaid work
  • B Work you must do at work without pay
  • C Paid work for charities

Correct answer: A. Voluntary, unpaid work

Question 375. Is dugnad uniquely Norwegian?

  • A No, many agricultural societies have similar traditions
  • B Yes, invented in Norway and only exists there
  • C Only Scandinavian countries have it

Correct answer: A. No, many agricultural societies have similar traditions

Question 376. Was the word dugnad chosen as Norway's national word in 2004?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C In 2010

Correct answer: A. True

Question 377. Are many children's leisure activities run by parents through dugnad?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only sports activities

Correct answer: A. True

Question 378. Is dugnad common in businesses and paid workplaces?

  • A False
  • B True
  • C Only small businesses

Correct answer: A. False

Question 379. Are young Norwegians more politically active than before?

  • A True
  • B False, less active
  • C About the same

Correct answer: A. True

Question 380. What are examples of informal political participation?

  • A Petition campaigns, demonstrations, discussions on social media
  • B Promoting cases in a political party
  • C Participating in election campaigns

Correct answer: A. Petition campaigns, demonstrations, discussions on social media

Question 381. How is the standard of living in Norway today?

  • A High
  • B Low
  • C Average

Correct answer: A. High

Question 382. How can we stay healthy longer?

  • A Eat healthy and be physically active
  • B Eat often and relax when we can
  • C Eat rarely and be in physical activity

Correct answer: A. Eat healthy and be physically active

Question 383. Are physical health and mental health equally important?

  • A True
  • B False, physical is more important
  • C False, mental is more important

Correct answer: A. True

Question 384. Is there higher risk of cancer and cardiovascular diseases if you smoke?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for heavy smokers

Correct answer: A. True

Question 385. Has public health in Norway improved significantly over the last 100 years?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in cities

Correct answer: A. True

Question 386. Is tuberculosis among the most common causes of death in Norway today?

  • A False
  • B True
  • C Only in certain regions

Correct answer: A. False

Question 387. Do children get offered vaccines for free?

  • A True
  • B False, it costs money
  • C Only for certain vaccines

Correct answer: A. True

Question 388. Are cancer and cardiovascular diseases the most common causes of death in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only cardiovascular diseases

Correct answer: A. True

Question 389. What is public healthcare?

  • A The state takes responsibility for people getting treatment regardless of personal finances
  • B All healthcare actors are privately owned
  • C The state pays for those who cannot afford it

Correct answer: A. The state takes responsibility for people getting treatment regardless of personal finances

Question 390. Who should you first contact if you need a doctor?

  • A Your GP (general practitioner)
  • B A specialist
  • C The doctor's secretary

Correct answer: A. Your GP (general practitioner)

Question 391. What must a person pay to be admitted to hospital in Norway?

  • A It is free
  • B 400 kroner per day
  • C Food and accommodation, treatment is free

Correct answer: A. It is free

Question 392. Do all who work in healthcare have confidentiality duty?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only doctors

Correct answer: A. True

Question 393. What number should you call if someone becomes seriously ill or injured and needs immediate help?

  • A 113
  • B 112
  • C 110

Correct answer: A. 113

Question 394. Do interpreters have confidentiality duty?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only medical interpreters

Correct answer: A. True

Question 395. If a child is in hospital, is it common for a parent to stay at the hospital with the child?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for children under 5

Correct answer: A. True

Question 396. When you have paid a certain amount in co-payments during a year, do you have the right to a free card?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for medications

Correct answer: A. True

Question 397. Until what age are children called for regular dental check-ups?

  • A 18 years old
  • B 16 years old
  • C 20 years old

Correct answer: A. 18 years old

Question 398. How often should you brush your teeth?

  • A Two times a day, morning and evening
  • B After every meal
  • C Before breakfast, lunch and dinner

Correct answer: A. Two times a day, morning and evening

Question 399. Who pays for dental health services?

  • A Everyone who is 19 years or older
  • B No one, the state pays
  • C Everyone, regardless of age

Correct answer: A. Everyone who is 19 years or older

Question 400. How much do young adults pay for dental health services?

  • A 75%, the state pays the remaining 25%
  • B 25%, the state pays the remaining 75%
  • C 50%, the state pays the remaining 50%

Correct answer: B. 25%, the state pays the remaining 75%

Question 401. Is sugar harmful to teeth?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only refined sugar

Correct answer: A. True

Question 402. Do milk teeth last a lifetime?

  • A False
  • B True
  • C Some of them do

Correct answer: A. False

Question 403. How many children do Norwegian women have on average?

  • A 1.4 children
  • B 1 child
  • C 3 children

Correct answer: A. 1.4 children

Question 404. What does family planning mean?

  • A You can plan when and how many children to have and prevent unwanted pregnancy
  • B You can plan who makes dinner and who cleans
  • C You can plan where the family will live

Correct answer: A. You can plan when and how many children to have and prevent unwanted pregnancy

Question 405. What is the task of a health station?

  • A To provide health services to children 0-5 years and their parents
  • B To provide health services to children and youth of school age
  • C To perform free pregnancy checks for pregnant women

Correct answer: A. To provide health services to children 0-5 years and their parents

Question 406. Is the condom the only contraceptive that protects against sexually transmitted diseases?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Birth control pills also protect

Correct answer: A. True

Question 407. How many times is it recommended to attend pregnancy check-ups during pregnancy?

  • A Between 8 and 12 times
  • B Between 4 and 6 times
  • C Between 15 and 20 times

Correct answer: A. Between 8 and 12 times

Question 408. Do children and youth in Norway get offered regular health checks?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only until age 10

Correct answer: A. True

Question 409. Do all children and youth get offered free vaccines against serious diseases?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only Norwegian citizens

Correct answer: A. True

Question 410. Is it voluntary to take vaccines?

  • A Yes, but strongly recommended
  • B No, it is mandatory
  • C Only for children

Correct answer: A. Yes, but strongly recommended

Question 411. Are pregnancy checks mandatory?

  • A False
  • B True
  • C Only the first one

Correct answer: A. False

Question 412. Can children talk to the school health nurse if they wonder about something?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only with parental permission

Correct answer: A. True

Question 413. What does the general public in Norway think about mental illness?

  • A That mentally ill must get treatment and help like physically ill
  • B That mentally ill should not get help before all physically ill have
  • C That it's not a real illness

Correct answer: A. That mentally ill must get treatment and help like physically ill

Question 414. Who can get mental health problems?

  • A Anyone can get mental health problems, many causes exist
  • B Only people 18-30 who are genetically predisposed
  • C Only stressed people

Correct answer: A. Anyone can get mental health problems, many causes exist

Question 415. What can a GP do if you need someone to talk to?

  • A Refer you to a psychologist
  • B Tell you to fix problems yourself
  • C Ask your friends for advice

Correct answer: A. Refer you to a psychologist

Question 416. How can poor mental health affect us?

  • A It can affect us physically with sleep problems or stomach pain
  • B It only affects mood and how we see life
  • C It doesn't affect anything physical

Correct answer: A. It can affect us physically with sleep problems or stomach pain

Question 417. Do many people have various mental health problems during their life?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in certain age groups

Correct answer: A. True

Question 418. Can stress be a triggering factor for mental health problems?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in combination with genetics

Correct answer: A. True

Question 419. Do most people believe it's possible to recover from mental illness?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only from mild cases

Correct answer: A. True

Question 420. What is identity formed by?

  • A Our characteristics and social circle
  • B Only personality traits
  • C Only physical appearance

Correct answer: A. Our characteristics and social circle

Question 421. What tells us about sexual identity?

  • A Who you fall in love with and are sexually attracted to
  • B Your gender identity
  • C Your relational identity

Correct answer: A. Who you fall in love with and are sexually attracted to

Question 422. What do we call how someone dresses or otherwise emphasizes gender?

  • A Gender expression
  • B Gender role pattern
  • C Gender identity

Correct answer: A. Gender expression

Question 423. Do all in Norway define themselves as heterosexual?

  • A False
  • B True
  • C Most do

Correct answer: A. False

Question 424. Is there greater openness today that not everyone defines themselves as the gender they were born with?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in cities

Correct answer: A. True

Question 425. How many phases does a psychological migration process have?

  • A Three phases
  • B Two phases
  • C Five phases

Correct answer: C. Five phases

Question 426. Do all who move to a new country go through the psychological migration process in three phases?

  • A True
  • B False, it varies
  • C Only refugees

Correct answer: A. True

Question 427. Is it common to feel it's difficult to move to a new country?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for the elderly

Correct answer: A. True

Question 428. Does the duration of the phases vary from person to person?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C No, same for everyone

Correct answer: A. True

Question 429. Are most people optimistic during the first time in a new country?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only children

Correct answer: A. True

Question 430. What is income?

  • A Money that comes into the account
  • B Money that goes out of the account
  • C Money saved in the bank

Correct answer: A. Money that comes into the account

Question 431. What is a budget?

  • A A document showing income and expenses in a specific period
  • B What you pay down on a loan
  • C The price for borrowing money from a bank

Correct answer: A. A document showing income and expenses in a specific period

Question 432. Is child benefit economic support given for children under 18 years?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only until 16 years

Correct answer: A. True

Question 433. Is it cheap to live in Norway?

  • A False
  • B True
  • C Compared to other Nordic countries

Correct answer: A. False

Question 434. In most Norwegian families, are both parents in paid work outside the home?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in cities

Correct answer: A. True

Question 435. When you borrow money from a bank, do you pay both installments and interest?

  • A True
  • B False, only interest
  • C False, only installments

Correct answer: A. True

Question 436. Is interest the price for borrowing money?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for large loans

Correct answer: A. True

Question 437. Is interest calculated as a percentage of the debt we have?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for mortgages

Correct answer: A. True

Question 438. How many homes are there in Norway?

  • A More than two and a half million
  • B Less than two million
  • C More than three and a half million

Correct answer: A. More than two and a half million

Question 439. How much of the purchase price must we have saved when buying a home?

  • A 10% saved, can borrow 90% from bank
  • B 50% saved, can borrow 50% from bank
  • C 90% saved, can borrow 10% from bank

Correct answer: A. 10% saved, can borrow 90% from bank

Question 440. Do most people borrow money from the bank when buying a home?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only first-time buyers

Correct answer: A. True

Question 441. Do about eighty percent of households own their own home?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only sixty percent

Correct answer: A. True

Question 442. What is equity?

  • A Money we have saved ourselves
  • B Money borrowed from bank
  • C Money from family

Correct answer: A. Money we have saved ourselves

Question 443. Must you have fixed income or other financial security to borrow money from a bank?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for large loans

Correct answer: A. True

Question 444. What do Norway's laws say about violence?

  • A Norwegian laws prohibit all use of violence
  • B Norwegian laws prohibit use of harmful violence
  • C Norwegian laws allow violence in certain cases

Correct answer: A. Norwegian laws prohibit all use of violence

Question 445. What types of violence exist?

  • A Physical, psychological, sexual, and material violence
  • B Only physical violence
  • C Physical and sexual violence

Correct answer: A. Physical, psychological, sexual, and material violence

Question 446. Can society accept any forms of violence in the family or close relationships?

  • A No, none whatsoever
  • B Yes, in certain cases
  • C Only minor violence

Correct answer: A. No, none whatsoever

Question 447. Is violence in close relationships a private matter?

  • A No, it is not a private matter
  • B Yes, it is private
  • C Only if no children are involved

Correct answer: A. No, it is not a private matter

Question 448. Is it at least as harmful for children to witness violence as to be subjected to it themselves?

  • A True
  • B False, witnessing is less harmful
  • C Only for young children

Correct answer: A. True

Question 449. Is forced marriage forbidden in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for people under 18

Correct answer: A. True

Question 450. Is female genital mutilation a serious crime in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only if done in Norway

Correct answer: A. True

Question 451. Can you be punished if you take a child to another country to perform genital mutilation?

  • A Yes
  • B No
  • C Only if it was done in Europe

Correct answer: A. Yes

Question 452. Is male genital mutilation illegal in Norway?

  • A False
  • B True
  • C Only for adults

Correct answer: A. False

Question 453. Are there various contraceptive methods?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only two methods

Correct answer: A. True

Question 454. Are hormonal spiral and copper spiral contraceptive methods?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only hormonal spiral

Correct answer: A. True

Question 455. Is emergency contraception a contraceptive pill you take after intercourse?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C It's only used before intercourse

Correct answer: A. True

Question 456. Does the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child apply to all children?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in Norway

Correct answer: A. True

Question 457. Do children have the right to express their views?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only after age 12

Correct answer: A. True

Question 458. Can parents decide for children in all matters?

  • A No, it depends on the child's age and maturity
  • B Yes, until age 18
  • C Yes, always

Correct answer: A. No, it depends on the child's age and maturity

Question 459. Do women and men have equal rights in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in the workplace

Correct answer: A. True

Question 460. Can married women own property in their own name?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only with husband's permission

Correct answer: A. True

Question 461. Can women work without permission from their husband?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only part-time work

Correct answer: A. True

Question 462. Do men and women have equal inheritance rights in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only if specified in a will

Correct answer: A. True

Question 463. Is there freedom of religion in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for Norwegian citizens

Correct answer: A. True

Question 464. Can children choose not to attend religious education at school?

  • A Yes, with parental consent
  • B No, it's mandatory
  • C Only in high school

Correct answer: A. Yes, with parental consent

Question 465. Can parents decide if their child should receive religious upbringing?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for children under 12

Correct answer: A. True

Question 466. Are all children entitled to free primary and lower secondary education?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only Norwegian citizens

Correct answer: A. True

Question 467. Must all children in Norway attend school?

  • A Yes, from age 6 to 16
  • B No, it's optional
  • C Only from age 7 to 15

Correct answer: A. Yes, from age 6 to 16

Question 468. What is an asylum seeker?

  • A Someone who has applied for protection in a country
  • B Someone who has received permanent residence
  • C Someone looking for work

Correct answer: A. Someone who has applied for protection in a country

Question 469. What is a refugee?

  • A Someone who has been granted protection and residence
  • B Someone who has applied for asylum
  • C Someone visiting temporarily

Correct answer: A. Someone who has been granted protection and residence

Question 470. Can asylum seekers work while their application is being processed?

  • A Yes, after certain conditions are met
  • B No, never
  • C Yes, immediately upon arrival

Correct answer: A. Yes, after certain conditions are met

Question 471. Do refugees have the same rights as Norwegian citizens?

  • A Most rights, but not all (like voting)
  • B Exactly the same rights
  • C Very few rights

Correct answer: A. Most rights, but not all (like voting)

Question 472. How long must you live in Norway to apply for citizenship?

  • A At least seven years
  • B At least five years
  • C At least three years

Correct answer: A. At least seven years

Question 473. Must you pass a citizenship test to become a Norwegian citizen?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only if you're under 25

Correct answer: A. True

Question 474. Must you document Norwegian language skills to get citizenship?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only oral skills

Correct answer: A. True

Question 475. Can you have dual citizenship in Norway?

  • A Yes, since 2020
  • B No, never
  • C Only with Nordic countries

Correct answer: A. Yes, since 2020

Question 476. Is Norway a member of the European Union?

  • A No
  • B Yes
  • C Partial member

Correct answer: A. No

Question 477. Is Norway a member of the Schengen area?

  • A Yes
  • B No
  • C Only partially

Correct answer: A. Yes

Question 478. Is Norway a member of the United Nations?

  • A Yes
  • B No
  • C Observer status only

Correct answer: A. Yes

Question 479. Is Norway a member of NATO?

  • A Yes
  • B No
  • C Partner but not member

Correct answer: A. Yes

Question 480. What currency is used in Norway?

  • A Norwegian krone (NOK)
  • B Euro (EUR)
  • C Swedish krona (SEK)

Correct answer: A. Norwegian krone (NOK)

Question 481. How many official languages does Norway have?

  • A Two written forms: Bokmål and Nynorsk
  • B One: Norwegian
  • C Three: Bokmål, Nynorsk, and Sami

Correct answer: A. Two written forms: Bokmål and Nynorsk

Question 482. Are Sami languages official in some parts of Norway?

  • A Yes
  • B No
  • C Only for cultural purposes

Correct answer: A. Yes

Question 483. What is the capital of Norway?

  • A Oslo
  • B Bergen
  • C Trondheim

Correct answer: A. Oslo

Question 484. What is the name of the Norwegian Parliament?

  • A Stortinget
  • B Riksdagen
  • C Folketinget

Correct answer: A. Stortinget

Question 485. Who is Norway's Head of State?

  • A The King
  • B The Prime Minister
  • C The President

Correct answer: A. The King

Question 486. What type of government does Norway have?

  • A Constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy
  • B Republic
  • C Absolute monarchy

Correct answer: A. Constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy

Question 487. When is Norway's National Day?

  • A May 17th
  • B June 7th
  • C October 24th

Correct answer: A. May 17th

Question 488. What does May 17th commemorate?

  • A The signing of the Norwegian Constitution in 1814
  • B Independence from Sweden in 1905
  • C Liberation from Nazi occupation in 1945

Correct answer: A. The signing of the Norwegian Constitution in 1814

Question 489. What are the colors of the Norwegian flag?

  • A Red, white, and blue
  • B Red and white
  • C Blue and yellow

Correct answer: A. Red, white, and blue

Question 490. Is the Norwegian flag based on a cross design?

  • A Yes, a Nordic cross
  • B No
  • C It has horizontal stripes

Correct answer: A. Yes, a Nordic cross

Question 491. Do all residents in Norway have the right to emergency healthcare?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only citizens

Correct answer: A. True

Question 492. Is education in Norway taught in English?

  • A No, mainly in Norwegian
  • B Yes, all levels
  • C Only at university level

Correct answer: A. No, mainly in Norwegian

Question 493. Can children get extra Norwegian language teaching if needed?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in private schools

Correct answer: A. True

Question 494. Is corporal punishment of children legal in Norway?

  • A No, forbidden since 1987
  • B Yes, if mild
  • C Yes, by parents only

Correct answer: A. No, forbidden since 1987

Question 495. Are same-sex couples allowed to marry in Norway?

  • A Yes, since 2009
  • B No
  • C Only civil partnerships

Correct answer: A. Yes, since 2009

Question 496. Can same-sex couples adopt children in Norway?

  • A Yes
  • B No
  • C Only in special cases

Correct answer: A. Yes

Question 497. Is discrimination based on sexual orientation illegal in Norway?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in the workplace

Correct answer: A. True

Question 498. Does Norway have laws protecting against discrimination based on ethnicity, religion, and disability?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only ethnicity

Correct answer: A. True

Question 499. What is a vocational programme?

  • A A practical education where students receive a craft certificate
  • B A teacher education
  • C A theoretical education for university admission

Correct answer: A. A practical education where students receive a craft certificate

Question 500. Are there private upper secondary schools in Norway?

  • A Yes, some exist and require student charges
  • B No, all schools are public and free
  • C All schools are private

Correct answer: A. Yes, some exist and require student charges

Question 501. What percentage of adults in Norway have higher education?

  • A Around 42%
  • B Around 13%
  • C Around 60%

Correct answer: A. Around 42%

Question 502. Is a general studies programme a theoretical education?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C It's practical

Correct answer: A. True

Question 503. Are carpenter, hairdresser, health worker and car mechanic examples of vocational programmes?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only carpenter and car mechanic

Correct answer: A. True

Question 504. Are around 60% of students today women?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Around 40%

Correct answer: A. True

Question 505. Must loans from the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund be repaid after studies?

  • A True
  • B False, they're grants
  • C Only if you fail courses

Correct answer: A. True

Question 506. When was the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen) established?

  • A 1947
  • B 1984
  • C 1964

Correct answer: A. 1947

Question 507. Who is responsible for providing primary and lower secondary education to adults?

  • A The municipality
  • B The state
  • C The county authority

Correct answer: A. The municipality

Question 508. When are adults entitled to free primary and lower secondary education?

  • A If they have not previously completed it
  • B If they completed it over 10 years ago
  • C After 3 years of Norwegian tuition

Correct answer: A. If they have not previously completed it

Question 509. What requirement exists for adults aged 25+ to access upper secondary education?

  • A Must have completed primary and lower secondary education
  • B Must pass a Norwegian test and live in Norway 2 years
  • C Must have 5 years Norwegian tuition

Correct answer: A. Must have completed primary and lower secondary education

Question 510. Is upper secondary education for adults free within the public school system?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for Norwegian citizens

Correct answer: A. True

Question 511. Who is responsible for upper secondary education?

  • A The county authority
  • B The municipality
  • C The state

Correct answer: A. The county authority

Question 512. Can qualifications from other countries be approved in Norway?

  • A Yes
  • B No
  • C Only from EU countries

Correct answer: A. Yes

Question 513. Can health personnel apply for authorisation from the Norwegian Directorate of Health?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only Norwegian trained

Correct answer: A. True

Question 514. What is lifelong learning?

  • A The fact that we learn over the course of our lives
  • B Only learning in school
  • C Professional training only

Correct answer: A. The fact that we learn over the course of our lives

Question 515. What is the time limit for Norwegian language tuition for people with upper secondary or higher education?

  • A 18 months
  • B 16 months
  • C 22 months

Correct answer: A. 18 months

Question 516. Does the Norwegian language target level depend on educational background?

  • A Yes, higher education means higher target level
  • B No, everyone has the same target
  • C Only for those under 30

Correct answer: A. Yes, higher education means higher target level

Question 517. Does a common language help foster community and make integration easier?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in cities

Correct answer: A. True

Question 518. Must all Norwegian language tuition be concluded within three years?

  • A True
  • B False, four years
  • C No time limit

Correct answer: A. True

Question 519. Does Norwegian language tuition conclude with a test to document language level?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for citizenship applicants

Correct answer: A. True

Question 520. Is Norwegian language tuition divided into levels A1, A2, B1 and B2?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only A1 and A2

Correct answer: A. True

Question 521. Can you participate in voluntary activities and sports to practice Norwegian?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only after B2 level

Correct answer: A. True

Question 522. Is the goal for everyone living in Norway to master Norwegian?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only for citizenship

Correct answer: A. True

Question 523. What percentage of workers in Norway are members of a trade union?

  • A Around 50%
  • B Around 30%
  • C Around 70%

Correct answer: A. Around 50%

Question 524. What is the most important task of a trade union?

  • A To negotiate pay and rights with employers
  • B To negotiate pay with employees
  • C To report bad employers

Correct answer: A. To negotiate pay and rights with employers

Question 525. What can employees do if they fail to reach agreement with employers?

  • A Go on strike
  • B Report the employer
  • C Fine the employer

Correct answer: A. Go on strike

Question 526. Are employees entitled to go on strike if negotiations fail?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in private sector

Correct answer: A. True

Question 527. What are employee representatives in HSE (health, safety, environment) cases called?

  • A Safety representatives
  • B Union delegates
  • C Worker inspectors

Correct answer: A. Safety representatives

Question 528. Does Norwegian working life facilitate employee participation and workplace democracy?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only in large companies

Correct answer: A. True

Question 529. Do individual employees have the right to participate in organizing their own work situation?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only union members

Correct answer: A. True

Question 530. Who must comply with the Working Environment Act?

  • A Both employees and employers
  • B Only employees
  • C Only employers

Correct answer: A. Both employees and employers

Question 531. How many weeks of holidays are you entitled to in Norway?

  • A 4 weeks and 1 day, but many have 5 weeks
  • B 5 weeks
  • C 2 months

Correct answer: A. 4 weeks and 1 day, but many have 5 weeks

Question 532. What does holiday pay depend on?

  • A How much you earned the previous year
  • B The finances of the enterprise
  • C How many employees the company has

Correct answer: A. How much you earned the previous year

Question 533. Does the Holidays Act cover holiday pay and entitlement?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only holiday pay

Correct answer: A. True

Question 534. Does the Working Environment Act cover working hours, hiring and contracts?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only working hours

Correct answer: A. True

Question 535. Does the employer have chief responsibility for the working environment?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Shared equally with employees

Correct answer: A. True

Question 536. Is the employee obliged to help create a good working environment?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only if in a union

Correct answer: A. True

Question 537. Do laws apply to all employers and employees?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only registered businesses

Correct answer: A. True

Question 538. Is there a maximum of three NAV offices in Norway (Oslo, Trondheim, Bergen)?

  • A False, NAV exists in all municipalities
  • B True
  • C Only in county centers

Correct answer: A. False, NAV exists in all municipalities

Question 539. Does a welfare state depend on as many people as possible working and paying tax?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only high earners matter

Correct answer: A. True

Question 540. Is everyone entitled to a written employment contract when getting a job?

  • A True
  • B False
  • C Only full-time workers

Correct answer: A. True

Question 541. Are employees normally paid twice a year?

  • A False, usually monthly
  • B True
  • C Weekly

Correct answer: A. False, usually monthly

Question 542. Do those who earn a lot pay more tax than those who earn less?

  • A True
  • B False, everyone pays the same
  • C False, flat rate

Correct answer: A. True

Question 543. When did oil and gas production become important for Norwegian industry?

  • A After oil was found in the North Sea in late 1960s
  • B After oil was found in the Norwegian Sea in late 1980s
  • C After oil was found in the Barents Sea in late 1970s

Correct answer: A. After oil was found in the North Sea in late 1960s

Question 544. Which industries were most important 150 years ago?

  • A Agriculture, forestry and fishing
  • B Transport and road work
  • C Healthcare, school and kindergarten

Correct answer: A. Agriculture, forestry and fishing

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