- 1. Tromsø, a picturesque city in Norway, is located well within the Arctic Circle, offering visitors a unique experience of the northernmost urban area in the world. Surrounded by majestic mountains and fjords, Tromsø is a hub for Arctic adventures such as dog sledding, Northern Lights tours, and whale watching. The city is also known for its vibrant cultural scene, with museums, galleries, and a thriving music and arts community. Tromsø's charming city center, characterized by colorful wooden houses and lively cafes, creates a cozy atmosphere that perfectly complements the breathtaking natural beauty of the region.
What country is Tromsø located in?
A) Finland
B) Denmark
C) Sweden
D) Norway
- 2. What is the nickname of Tromsø due to its northern location?
A) Polar Paradise
B) Gateway to the Arctic
C) Icy Haven
D) Aurora Capital
- 3. What is the main industry in Tromsø?
A) Mining
B) Agriculture
C) Fishing
D) Manufacturing
- 4. Tromsø is known as the largest urban area in which region of Norway?
A) Southern Norway
B) Eastern Norway
C) Northern Norway
D) Western Norway
- 5. Tromsø is a popular destination to observe which natural phenomenon?
A) Polar Day
B) Midnight Sun
C) Northern Lights
D) Aurora Borealis
- 6. What is the name of the iconic bridge in Tromsø that connects the island to the mainland?
A) Polar Link
B) Tromsø Bridge
C) Arctic Passage
D) Northern Link
- 7. What is the traditional Sami tent called that can be found in Tromsø?
A) Tipi
B) Lavvu
C) Igloo
D) Yurt
- 8. What is the name of the island where Tromsø is located?
A) Tromsøya
B) Vesteralen
C) Finnmark
D) Svalbard
- 9. Which famous explorer set sail from Tromsø to the North Pole in 1926?
A) Vasco da Gama
B) Christopher Columbus
C) Fridtjof Nansen
D) Roald Amundsen
- 10. Tromsø has a museum dedicated to which indigenous Arctic people?
A) Yupik
B) Aleut
C) Inuit
D) Sami
- 11. Which of these animals can be spotted in the waters around Tromsø?
A) Tigers
B) Penguins
C) Whales
D) Kangaroos
- 12. What is the main airport serving Tromsø called?
A) Tromsø Airport, Langnes
B) Northern Lights Airport
C) Arctic Gateway Airport
D) Polar Bear Airport
- 13. Tromsø is a popular starting point for expeditions to which icy destination?
A) Greenland
B) Antarctica
C) Svalbard
D) Patagonia
- 14. Which sea does Tromsø overlook?
A) North Sea
B) Norwegian Sea
C) Barents Sea
D) Arctic Ocean
- 15. Which festival takes place in February in Tromsø celebrating the return of the sun?
A) Polar Night Festival
B) Northern Lights Festival
C) Ice Sculpture Festival
D) Winter Solstice Festival
- 16. Which major international race starts in Tromsø and covers 2,700 km before finishing in Alta?
A) Yukon Quest
B) Finnmarksløpet
C) Fjällräven Polar
D) Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race
- 17. How many official languages does Norway have?
A) Four
B) Two
C) One
D) Three
- 18. What is the official language in Tromsø?
A) Swedish
B) Norwegian
C) Finnish
D) Danish
- 19. What type of event is the Bukta Festival that takes place in Tromsø?
A) Art Festival
B) Food Festival
C) Music Festival
D) Book Festival
- 20. Which famous composer wrote music inspired by the Northern Lights in Tromsø?
A) Ludwig van Beethoven
B) Edvard Grieg
C) Johann Sebastian Bach
D) Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- 21. What is the main mode of transportation in Tromsø?
A) Bicycle
B) Car
C) Boat
D) Bus
- 22. Which of the following activities can you enjoy in Tromsø?
A) Rock Climbing
B) Desert Safari
C) Scuba Diving
D) Dog Sledding
- 23. What is traditional Norwegian drink made of distilled potatoes and caraway seeds that can be enjoyed in Tromsø?
A) Vodka
B) Whiskey
C) Aquavit
D) Tequila
- 24. Which famous 2014 animated film was inspired by the scenery in and around Tromsø?
A) Moana
B) Frozen
C) Zootopia
D) Brave
- 25. What is the traditional clothing of the Sámi people called?
A) Gákti
B) Kimono
C) Kilt
D) Hijab
- 26. In what year did Tromsø officially become a city?
A) 1901
B) 1945
C) 1850
D) 1794
- 27. What outdoor activity is popular in Tromsø during the summer?
A) Ice Fishing
B) Snowmobiling
C) Hiking
D) Skiing
- 28. What is the name of the scenic cable car that takes visitors up to a viewpoint in Tromsø?
A) Snow Peak Express
B) Fjellheisen
C) Arctic Vista
D) Polar Gondola
- 29. What type of climate does Tromsø have?
A) Mediterranean
B) Subarctic
C) Desert
D) Tropical
- 30. Tromsø has a famous polar research institute named after which Norwegian explorer?
A) Fridtjof Nansen
B) Roald Amundsen
C) Thor Heyerdahl
D) Helge Ingstad
- 31. Which season is popular for viewing the Northern Lights in Tromsø?
A) Autumn
B) Summer
C) Winter
D) Spring
- 32. What is the traditional food in Tromsø made from dried fish?
A) Fishcakes
B) Smoked Salmon
C) Crayfish
D) Stockfish
- 33. What is the airport code for Tromsø Airport?
A) TRD
B) TOS
C) OSL
D) SVG
- 34. In what year was Tromsø founded?
A) 1620
B) 1252
C) 1776
D) 1492
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