S8 L3.5 Focus on Finland

What is the capital of Finland?

• Oslo

• Helsinki

• Stockholm

• Copenhagen

What is Finland’s population?

• 5.5 million

• 10 million

• 7.5 million

• 3.5 million

According to the World Happiness Report, what is the happiest nation in the world?

• Norway

• Denmark

• Iceland

• Finland

Which factor is NOT mentioned in the World Happiness Report?

• Income

• Freedom

• Weather

• Social support

Why are immigrants to Finland also considered happy?

• They receive special benefits

• It’s the way life is lived there

• They don’t have to pay taxes

• They live longer than native Finns

What is one reason that people in Finland trust their government?

• The government is very wealthy

• They have a great sense of community

• They have free transportation

• The country has low taxes

In Finland, which two services are free for everyone?

• Healthcare and transportation

• Education and transportation

• Healthcare and education

• Housing and healthcare

What is the teacher-to-student ratio in Finnish schools?

• 1:20

• 1:12

• 1:15

• 1:25

At what age do children in Finland start school?

• Five

• Six

• Seven

• Eight

How many minutes of free time do Finnish students get during the school day?

• 50 minutes

• 60 minutes

• 75 minutes

• 100 minutes