History of Finland before independence

When did the first people settle in Finland?

• 2000 years ago

• 5000 years ago

• 10,000 years ago

• 70,000 years ago

What was the primary lifestyle of the early inhabitants of Finland?

• Agriculture

• Hunting, fishing, gathering

• Trade

• Nomadic herding

In which period did Christianity reach Finland?

• 1500-1600 CE

• 900-1000 CE

• 1200-1300 CE

• 500-600 CE

Who formed the basis for literary Finnish during the Reformation?

• J. L. Runeberg

• Martin Luther

• Mikael Agricola

• Elias Lönnrot

What significant event happened in Finland in 1809?

• Finland gained independence

• Finland lost to Sweden

• Finland became part of the Russian Empire

• Finland became a republic

What was the currency introduced in Finland in 1860?

• Ruble

• Krona

• Markka

• Euro

What is the name of the Finnish national anthem?

• Maamme

• Säkkijärven Polkka

• Finlandia

• Kalevala

In what year did Finland allow women to vote and run for parliament?

• 1897

• 1922

• 1906

• 1954

How long was Finland part of Sweden?

• 100 years

• 600 years

• 1000 years

• 200 years

Which city became capital of the Grand Duchy of Finland in 1812?

• Helsinki

• Oulu

• Tampere

• Turku