1. To what extent was this country ruled by others? Use evidence to support your answer.

Sweden is a constitutional monarchy/parliamentary democracy because the Office of Head of

State is held by a queen or king who is also the nation's supreme representative.

2. Which 20
th
century events had the greatest influence on this country? Choose two events
and explain their impact.
Sweden developed into a developing welfare country through the help of the developing Nordic
Countries. Also the introduction of parliamentarism into Sweden took place during the 20
th
century.

3. Identify the following:
Topic Details
Well known cities, regions, or
landforms
Cities- Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmo.
Regions- Arvidsjaur, Jokkmokk, Jmtland & Hrjedalen.
Landforms- Lake Vattern, Scandinavian Mountains, and
Sarek National Park.

Relative size (size in
relationship to another place)
173,732 sq. mi; about the size of California.
Description of natural
environment
Mostly heavily forested, consists mainly of flat or gently
rolling lowlands but there are mountains in its western
areas.

Population size 9,625,516 people
Degree of diversity
(1=homogenous; 10=very
diverse) with explanation

10 because Sweden allows people to travel freely in out
and of their country so the diversity is great.
Languages/Alphabets Swedish and English. Use a 29 letter alphabet, the
26-letter modern Latin alphabet, and the 3 added letters
'', '' and ''.


4. How does folklore influence the peoples worldview or actions? Explain your answer
using specific details.
They typically believe in the existence of supernatural and they also have many different legends depending on
location. For example theres a legend about the difference between land in the Skane in the south and the
northern province of Smaland.

5. What religion(s) is practiced in this country, and how does it impact the people?
The main religion in Sweden is Lutheran and other minority religions include Roman
Catholicism, the Pentecostal church, the Mission Covenant Church of Sweden, and the Greek
Orthodox Church. Many of the people celebrate major life achievements such as baptism,
confirmation, marriage, and burial with the church the majority does no attend services regularly.

6. Are rites of passage in this country similar to or different from rites of passage in the
U.S.? Explain your answer using specific pieces of evidence.
Because Sweden is a mainly Christian country many of the rites of passages are the same as in
the U.S. Baptism, communion, marriage, and confirmation are among them. Also a students
progression through education is often celebrated through graduation parties.

7. What tips on interpersonal behavior might you give to an American who is about to travel
to this country? Provide at least three.
1. Dont assume all Swedes speak English
2. Dont ignore personal space
3. Carry change if you plan on going to the bathroom while walking around

8. Is the standard of living in this country better, worse, or about the same as that of the U.S.?
Justify your answer with at least three pieces of evidence.
Work in Sweden is divided equally between men and women, about 85% of work is
unionized. Sweden has high taxes but generally pays a good pension for retirement people.
Swedens standard of living has been achieved under a mixed system of high-tech capitalism and
extensive welfare benefits.


9. Is family important in this country? Why or why not? Use specific details in your
response.
Many families in Sweden only have one or two children and it is common for unmarried couples
to live together. Their divorce rate has doubled since 1960 and men are seemed as the
breadwinners while women are mostly stay-at home workers. Over half of working women have
children that are under 16, and many tend to hold upper-level jobs.

10. Does this country have distinctive traditional clothing? Explain your answer citing
specific details.
Modern, western-cultured clothing is worn in Sweden which includes slacks, t-shirts, and shorts.
Suits are typically worn by men and women in the place of business. Also, tuxedos and evening
gowns appear at formal events.

11. How has globalization impacted food and diet in this country? Explain your answer using
specific facts.
Swedes enjoy fresh fruits, vegetables, and their favorite beverages are milk, strong coffee, and
lttl. Favorite dishes include meatballs, pitty panna, Janssons frestelse, salmon, and open-faced
sandwiches. Globalization has allowed the name of the open-faced sandwich, smorgasbord, to be
used as a word for buffet in the United States.

12. How might your educational experience in this country differ from the schooling you
receive in the U.S.?
School is mandatory between the ages of 7 and 16. During the first nine years, students attend a
"comprehensive school," where they study a variety of subjects. Grades one through three are
called the junior grades, four through six the middle grades, and seven through nine the senior
grades. English is taught as a second language, and in the beginning of the seventh year students
classes change based on abilities and interests.

13. What cultural influences or accomplishments is this country best known for? List and
describe at least three.
Sweden has maintained a level of neutrality since 1814 which means they have not been
involved in wars. Sweden is also the world leader of gender equality, and is also a large
contributor in foreign aid. Inventions created in Sweden include adjustable wrench, pacemaker,
zipper, ultrasound, and HIV tracker.

14. Summarize the overall economy of this country in 2-3 sentences.
Sweden has a high income and also is one of the many developed nations. Their income is aided
by timber, iron ore, and hydropower. Sweden is also a highly competitive mixed-market
economy with high taxes and a generous welfare financial.

15. How do people of this country spend their leisure time? List at least five activities. Would
you want to live there?
They spend many hours of their leisure time enjoying the outdoors. People enjoy walking,
sailing, playing soccer, and cycling. Also people enjoy seeing the summer cottages, visiting the
islands off of Stockholm, and taking winter vacations to the Mediterranean.

16. List (in order of significance) what you feel are the three biggest problems that this
country needs to resolve.
1. High rate of alcoholism
2. High taxes
3. Racism


17.Are all people treated equally in this country? Why or why not? Explain your answer using specific evidenc
e.
People in Sweden are treated equally and all people have the same rights. Men and
women are entitled to the same opportunities, rights, and obligations. Sweden also promotes
equal pay between men and women. Gay rights are also encouraged within Sweden. Although
same-sex marriage is illegal in Sweden, homosexuality was legalized in 1944. Homosexuals are
not banned from military service and Sweden also bans discrimination against gender,sexuality,
and race.