NorwaySamfunn 35 · Norway and society
Easter (påske) and Pentecost (pinse) are public holidays in Norway. What is the background for these holidays?
In the exam (Norwegian)
Påske og pinse er offentlige fridager i Norge. Hva er bakgrunnen for disse fridagene?
- aThey are Christian festivals.De er kristne høytider.Correct answer
- bThey mark the end of the school year.De markerer at skoleåret er slutt.
- cThey mark important dates in Norway’s political history.De markerer viktige datoer i Norges politiske historie.
Why?
Easter and Pentecost are Christian festivals. Many public holidays in Norway come from the Christian heritage, and they are days off for everyone, whatever their faith.
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