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Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Danish?

Take this quiz to find out what you know, and what you don’t know, about the history and geography of the Danish language.
Danish quiz

People who live in Denmark are called Danes, so it’s a pretty safe bet that they speak Danish. So there’s something you probably already knew about the language. But beyond that, what else do you know about the language? Can you explain where and when it originated, or where it’s spoken outside of Denmark’s borders? Whether you’re learning the language or just interested in Scandinavian culture, it’s useful to know a thing or two about history and geography. Test your knowledge of the subject by taking the Danish quiz below. Held og lykke! (That means “Good luck!”)

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Dylan Lyons

Dylan is a senior content producer, overseeing video and podcast projects for the U.S. team. He studied journalism at Ithaca College and has an MBA from NYU. Before joining Babbel, Dylan managed social media for CBS News. His interests include reading, writing, politics, and anything sweet. Dylan lives in New York City.

Dylan is a senior content producer, overseeing video and podcast projects for the U.S. team. He studied journalism at Ithaca College and has an MBA from NYU. Before joining Babbel, Dylan managed social media for CBS News. His interests include reading, writing, politics, and anything sweet. Dylan lives in New York City.

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