MOT 1941: NORWEGIAN REFUGEES

The transcript describes the journey of individuals who managed to navigate through the Nazi blockade and cross the turbulent North Sea. It highlights the arrival of people from Bergen and the steady influx of youth from cities like Oslo and Bergen, as well as from Puritan and fishing settlements along the West Coast, who come to join the effort.

What major obstacle did individuals face while crossing the North Sea?

• Pirate attacks

• Nazi blockade

• Severe drought

• Lack of navigation tools

From which city did people arrive at a significant rate?

• Copenhagen

• Helsinki

• Stockholm

• Bergen

What was the approximate monthly arrival rate of youth from cities like Oslo?

• 200

• 150

• 50

• 100

Which regions did the youth come from to join the efforts?

• Puritans and fishing settlements of the West Coast

• Deserts of the South

• Mountains of the East

• Forests of the North

What motivated the youth to join from various cities and settlements?

• Joining a larger cause

• Adventure and exploration

• Economic opportunities

• Escaping harsh weather