Greenland: The Mysterious Island Quiz

Who was responsible for naming Greenland, and what was the purpose behind the name?

• Leif Erikson, to honor his father

• Eric the Red, to attract settlers

• A Danish king, to claim the land

• Donald Trump, to increase tourism

What is Greenland's political status?

• A part of the United States

• A province of Canada

• An autonomous Danish territory

• An independent country

Which two European countries have historically influenced Greenland?

• France and Spain

• Norway and Denmark

• Germany and Sweden

• Italy and Portugal

What percentage of Greenland is covered by a permanent ice cap?

• 80%

• 50%

• 60%

• 90%

What is the population density of Greenland?

• 1 person per square kilometer

• 0.14 people per square kilometer

• 10 people per square kilometer

• 5 people per square kilometer

What is the official language of Greenland?

• English

• Greenlandic

• Danish

• Norwegian

How does Greenland's GDP per capita compare globally?

• It is lower than most European countries

• It is among the lowest in the world

• It is higher than Austria and Germany

• It is similar to that of the United States

Why does Greenland appear larger on traditional world maps?

• It is closer to the equator

• Because it is actually a continent

• Due to the Mercator Projection

• It is exaggerated for political reasons

What is a unique feature of Greenland's transportation network?

• It has the busiest airports in the Arctic

• It relies heavily on railways

• There are virtually no roads between cities

• It has the most extensive road network in the world

Which country is closest to Greenland?

• United States

• Canada

• Norway

• Iceland