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Latvia - May 1 and May 4 (Labours day / Independence Day)
Latvia - May 1 and May 4 (Labours day / Independence Day)
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1
In what year did Latvia vote to be independent again?
2004
2023
1990
1985
2
What is one way people celebrate May 4?
Go to school
Hide Easter eggs
Attend concerts or parades
Build snowmen
3
What is the official language spoken in Latvia?
Latvian
Lavian
Lituanian
Letvian
4
Which of these actions is common on May 4?
Raising the Latvian flag
Picking mushrooms
Writing Christmas cards
Celebrating Halloween
5
What do “freedom” and “independence” mean in Latvia’s history?
Being a free country again
Winter holidays
New food recipes
War and conflict
6
What does the sun on the Latvian coat of arms represent?
Independence
Sports and fun
Freedom and hope
Agriculture
7
Choose the sentence where “flag” is used correctly.
The Latvian flag is red and white.
My shoes are made of flag.
Flag is a kind of bus.
I put the flag in my tea.
8
What are the colours of the Latvian flag?
Red, white, red
Blue, white, red
Red and blue
Green, yellow, blue
9
Which of these countries shares a border with Latvia?
Denmark
Sweden
Ukraine
Estonia
10
Who do people thank on Labour Day?
All workers
Doctors only
Soldiers
Children
11
What is the meaning of “brīvība”?
Festival
Labour
Freedom
Anthem
12
Which sentence describes May 4 best?
May 4 is a sports event for students.
May 4 is a cooking competition.
May 4 is when Latvia joined NATO.
May 4 is when Latvia restored independence.
13
Which of these is true about May 1?
It is celebrated only in Latvia.
It includes fireworks at night.
It is a holiday in many countries.
It is a winter festival.
14
Which Latvian word means 'Labour Day'?
Darba svētki
Līgo diena
Svētdiena
Brīvības diena
15
Which sentence is true about Liepāja?
Liepāja is in Lithuania.
Liepāja is the capital of Estonia.
Liepāja is a coastal city in Latvia.
Liepāja is in the mountains.
16
Choose the best translation of “neatkarība”.
Freedom
Independence
Election
Celebration
17
What do many people do on May 1?
Celebrate independence
Visit Christmas markets
Go back to school
Enjoy a day off and relax
18
What makes May 4 special in Latvia?
The president was born
Latvia became free from the Soviet Union
People plant trees
It is the longest day of the year
19
Which of these sentences is true about May in Latvia?
May is the hottest month in Latvia.
Latvia has two national holidays in May.
Latvian elections happen every May.
Latvians go back to school in May.
20
What is the English word for “parāde”?
Protest
Poem
Parade
Vote
21
Why do Latvians celebrate May 1?
It is the first day of summer.
It is Latvia’s birthday.
It is Labour Day, a day to thank workers.
It is a religious celebration.
22
What does “Dievs, svētī Latviju!” mean in English?
God bless Latvia!
Latvia forever!
We love summer!
Long live the president!
23
What is the full name of Latvia’s large music event?
Baltic Harmony Show
Latvian Dance Festival
Latvian Song and Dance Festival
Singing and Dancing Day
24
Which of these is the capital city of Latvia?
Rīga
Liepāja
Tallinn
Vilnius
25
What animals are part of Latvia’s national coat of arms?
Fox and deer
Cat and dog
Bear and eagle
Lion and griffin
26
What does “valsts” mean in English?
City
County
Country
Town
27
Which sea is Latvia next to?
North Sea
Baltian Sea
Baltic Sea
Black Sea
28
Translate “karogs” into English.
Fleg
Flaag
Flug
Flag
29
Which sentence best describes May 4 in Latvia?
A parade for the army.
A festival for children.
A celebration of Latvia’s restored independence.
A music day in spring.
30
What does the Latvian flag symbolise for many people?
Pride and freedom
A favourite colour
Summer sports
A love for nature
