Channel 4 Learning


Worksheet
Slovenia

Assignments

Using an atlas, encyclopædia, text book, the 'We are from' website or other internet sites, see if you can answer the questions below:

  1. Draw and colour the Slovene flag.



  2. On the map of Europe, colour in Slovenia.

  3. On the map of Slovenia, clearly mark where the capital city is.

    Maps

  4. Fill in the following details:
Capital: ..................................................................
Population: ..................................................................
Area: ..................................................................
People per sq km: ..................................................................
Language: ..................................................................
Currency: ..................................................................

Questions about the programme

  1. What does the presenter think is special about the caves in Slovenia?

  2. What is a typical Slovenian meal?

  3. The Square in Ljubljana is named after someone famous? Who is it?

Optional Assignments

  1. Do you think Slovenia is a modern or a traditional country?

  2. What ways do you think your school day differs from a school day in Slovenia?

  3. Can you think of some traditional costumes and dances that are still happening in your country?

  4. What sort of things would you like to spend time doing if you lived in Slovenia?

Internet Assignment

Visit http://www.bugeurope.com/festivals/mar009.html and see if you can find out about festivals in Slovenia. Where does the 'Kurent' come from?