Course outline
Module 1
Module 1: Topic 1
Topic 1
Knowledge check
Q1. What is the primary traditional livelihood of the Sami people?
- A. Fishing
- B. Reindeer herding ✓
- C. Agriculture
- D. Tourism
Why: Reindeer herding is the primary traditional livelihood of the Sami people, deeply rooted in their culture and history.
Q2. Which of the following is a traditional Sami dwelling?
- A. Yurt
- B. Tent
- C. Rovu ✓
- D. Igloo
Why: A Rovu is a traditional Sami dwelling, designed to withstand harsh Arctic conditions.
Q3. What is the name of the Sami parliament in Norway?
- A. Sami Council
- B. Sami Parliament ✓
- C. Sami Assembly
- D. Sami Government
Why: The Sami Parliament is the name of the Sami parliament in Norway, representing the interests of the Sami people.
Q4. What is the traditional Sami clothing made of?
- A. Wool ✓
- B. Silk
- C. Cotton
- D. Flax
Why: Traditional Sami clothing is typically made of wool, which provides warmth in the cold Arctic climate.
Q5. Which of the following is a traditional Sami festival?
- A. Christmas
- B. Midsummer
- C. Gákti Day ✓
- D. New Year
Why: Gákti Day is a traditional Sami festival celebrating the Sami costume, known as the gákti, and their cultural heritage.
Module 2
Module 2: Topic 2
Topic 2
Knowledge check
Q1. What is the primary traditional livelihood of the Sami people?
- A. Fishing
- B. Reindeer herding ✓
- C. Agriculture
- D. Forestry
Why: Reindeer herding is the primary traditional livelihood of the Sami people, deeply connected to their culture and way of life.
Q2. Which of the following is a traditional Sami dwelling?
- A. Yurt
- B. Tent
- C. Mittari ✓
- D. Houseboat
Why: A mittari is a traditional Sami dwelling, often used for temporary shelter during reindeer herding.
Q3. What is the name of the Sami parliament?
- A. Sami Council
- B. Sami Parliament ✓
- C. Sami Assembly
- D. Sami Government
Why: The Sami Parliament is the name of the governing body representing the Sami people in Norway.
Q4. What is the significance of the reindeer in Sami culture?
- A. It is a symbol of wealth
- B. It is a source of food and clothing ✓
- C. It is used for transportation only
- D. It has no cultural significance
Why: Reindeer are significant in Sami culture as they provide food, clothing, and materials for tools and shelter.
Q5. Which country does not have a Sami population?
- A. Norway
- B. Sweden
- C. Finland
- D. Germany ✓
Why: Germany does not have a Sami population, as the Sami are indigenous to parts of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia.
Module 3
Module 3: Topic 3
Topic 3
Knowledge check
Q1. What is the traditional livelihood of the Sami people?
- A. Farming
- B. Reindeer herding ✓
- C. Fishing
- D. Trading
Why: The Sami people have traditionally relied on reindeer herding as their primary livelihood.
Q2. Which of the following is a significant cultural event for the Sami people?
- A. Christmas
- B. Midsummer
- C. Sami Easter
- D. Sami National Day ✓
Why: Sami National Day is a significant cultural event that celebrates Sami heritage and identity.
Q3. What is the name of the traditional Sami tent used for reindeer herding?
- A. Moro ✓
- B. Gavle
- C. Rovaniemi
- D. Sami tent
Why: The traditional Sami tent used for reindeer herding is called a moro.
Q4. Which animal is central to Sami culture and economy?
- A. Sheep
- B. Reindeer ✓
- C. Goat
- D. Horse
Why: Reindeer are central to Sami culture and economy, playing a vital role in their traditional way of life.
Q5. What is the main language spoken by the Sami people?
- A. English
- B. Norwegian
- C. Sami ✓
- D. Swedish
Why: The main language spoken by the Sami people is Sami, which has several dialects.
Module 4
Module 4: Topic 4
Topic 4
Knowledge check
Q1. What is the primary role of reindeer in Sami culture?
- A. Transportation
- B. Sustenance and livelihood ✓
- C. Recreation
- D. Symbolic representation
Why: Reindeer provide food, clothing, and materials for shelter, making them essential to the Sami way of life.
Q2. Which season is most associated with reindeer herding in the Sami tradition?
- A. Winter
- B. Spring
- C. Summer ✓
- D. Autumn
Why: Summer is the main season for moving reindeer to grazing areas and calving.
Q3. What is the name of the traditional Sami tent used during reindeer herding?
- A. Mikhke ✓
- B. Gavle
- C. Rovaniemi
- D. Sami
Why: The Mikhke is a portable tent used by Sami people during reindeer herding and migrations.
Q4. What is the term for the practice of moving reindeer to new pastures?
- A. Herding
- B. Migration
- C. Transhumance ✓
- D. Nomadism
Why: Transhumance refers to the seasonal movement of livestock, including reindeer, to different pastures.
Q5. What is the significance of the Sami flag?
- A. It represents the Sami language
- B. It symbolizes the Sami people and their culture ✓
- C. It is used only in official events
- D. It was designed by a non-Sami artist
Why: The Sami flag represents the identity, culture, and heritage of the Sami people.
Module 5
Module 5: Topic 5
Topic 5
Knowledge check
Q1. What is the traditional name for the Sami people's summer pastures?
- A. Siida
- B. Meari ✓
- C. Njaat
- D. Guovdageaidnu
Why: Meari refers to the summer pastures used by the Sami for grazing reindeer.
Q2. Which animal is central to the Sami culture and livelihood?
- A. Sheep
- B. Reindeer ✓
- C. Goat
- D. Cow
Why: Reindeer are central to the Sami culture and are used for food, clothing, and transportation.
Q3. What is the name of the traditional Sami dwelling?
- A. Tundra house
- B. Sami tent
- C. Mora
- D. Lapphús ✓
Why: Lapphús is the traditional name for the Sami dwelling, often made of wood and covered with reindeer hides.
Q4. Which of the following is a traditional Sami practice related to reindeer herding?
- A. Fishing
- B. Hunting
- C. Sámi duodji ✓
- D. Agriculture
Why: Sámi duodji refers to traditional Sami crafts and practices, including those related to reindeer herding.
Q5. What is the name of the Sami parliament in Norway?
- A. Sámediggi ✓
- B. Sami Council
- C. Parliament of the North
- D. Sami Assembly
Why: Sámediggi is the name of the Sami parliament in Norway, responsible for representing the Sami people.
Module 6
Module 6: Topic 6
Topic 6
Knowledge check
Q1. What is the traditional lifestyle of the Sami people primarily based on?
- A. Fishing
- B. Reindeer herding ✓
- C. Agriculture
- D. Trading
Why: The Sami people have traditionally relied on reindeer herding as a central part of their lifestyle and culture.
Q2. Which of the following is a traditional Sami dwelling?
- A. Yurt
- B. Tent
- C. Mikhala ✓
- D. Igloo
Why: The Mikhala is a traditional Sami dwelling, often used in reindeer herding and nomadic life.
Q3. What is the primary purpose of the Sami Parliament?
- A. To govern the entire Nordic region
- B. To represent the interests of the Sami people ✓
- C. To manage reindeer herding globally
- D. To promote tourism in Sami areas
Why: The Sami Parliament exists to represent the interests of the Sami people and protect their cultural and political rights.
Q4. What is the name of the traditional Sami clothing made from reindeer hide?
- A. Sámi dress
- B. Gákti ✓
- C. Reindeer suit
- D. Fur coat
Why: The Gákti is the traditional clothing worn by the Sami people, often made from reindeer hide and decorated with cultural symbols.
Q5. What is the main threat to the traditional reindeer herding practices of the Sami people?
- A. Overfishing
- B. Urbanization and climate change ✓
- C. Agricultural expansion
- D. Tourism
Why: Urbanization and climate change are major threats to traditional reindeer herding, affecting both the environment and the Sami way of life.
Module 7
Module 7: Topic 7
Topic 7
Knowledge check
Q1. What is the primary role of reindeer in Sami culture?
- A. Transportation
- B. Sustenance and cultural identity ✓
- C. Trade
- D. Sport
Why: Reindeer are central to the Sami way of life, providing food, clothing, and materials for traditional crafts, as well as being a key part of their cultural identity.
Q2. Which of the following is a traditional Sami dwelling?
- A. Yurt
- B. Tent
- C. Mora ✓
- D. Igloo
Why: A Mora is a traditional Sami dwelling, typically made of wood and used for living and herding reindeer.
Q3. What is the name of the Sami practice of herding reindeer?
- A. Reindeer migration
- B. Reindeer husbandry ✓
- C. Reindeer racing
- D. Reindeer hunting
Why: Reindeer husbandry refers to the traditional practice of raising and managing reindeer, which is a vital part of Sami culture.
Q4. What is the name of the traditional Sami clothing made from reindeer hide?
- A. Sami suit
- B. Gákti ✓
- C. Reindeer coat
- D. Traditional robe
Why: The Gákti is a traditional Sami garment, often made from reindeer hide, and varies in design among different Sami groups.
Q5. Which of the following is a traditional Sami instrument?
- A. Drum ✓
- B. Flute
- C. Violin
- D. Harp
Why: The drum is a traditional Sami instrument, often used in rituals and ceremonies, and is an important part of Sami music and spirituality.