What are Norwegian teens like?

Norwegian teenagers are much like American teenagers. They enjoy films, hanging out with friends, playing sports, watching TV, and enjoying the outdoors. Serious dating is discouraged for teens, but group dating starts between the ages of 14 and 18. They go dancing, to parties, and to movies.

Is there prom in Norway?

Even though the American tradition of prom has somewhat seeped into the Norwegian culture, it’s the “russ” time that still dominates at home. If you’ve ever found yourself in Norway around the national Constitution day on May 17th, you may have seen huge parades of people marching on the street.

What does Russ mean in skam?

Russefeiring, or Russ for short, is a Norwegian tradition that graduates in Norway partake in to celebrate the end of their high school career.

How old do you have to be to drink in Norway?

18 years
To buy wine or beer in Norway, the minimum age is 18 years. For spirits, it is 20 years. Beer can be found in most shops, but is only sold before 8 pm on weekdays or 6 pm on Saturdays. For wine, spirits or strong beer, you must visit one of the Vinmonopolet outlets, found in most large cities and towns.

How long is russ Norway?

Pupils that take part in the celebrations are known as russ. The russefeiring traditionally starts around 20 April (with some starting earlier/later depending on the regional county) and ends on 17 May, the Norwegian Constitution day. Participants wear coloured overalls (Usually red, blue, or black).

What language is spoken in Norway?

Norwegian
Norway/Official languages

Why was skam Cancelled?

The series ended after its fourth season in 2017, reportedly due to high production stress. Skam received critical acclaim and significant recognition for its portrayal of sexual abuse in the second season and homosexuality in the third.

Are Norwegians heavy drinkers?

As a result, prohibitionists can point with pride to government statistics showing that Norwegians drink only about 4.9 liters (5.2 quarts) of pure alcohol per person per year, the lowest among Nordic countries. Up to half the alcohol Norwegians drink is smuggled or homemade.

What things are illegal in Norway?

It is prohibited to import the following without special persmission:

• Drugs, medicines and poisons (minor quantities of medicine for personal use are permitted)
• Alcohol over 60\% alcohol by volume.
• Weapons and ammunition.
• Fireworks.
• Potatoes.
• Mammals, birds and exotic animals.
• Plants/parts thereof for cultivation.

What does Russ mean in Norwegian?

russefeiring
If you’ve ever watched Skam, then you know that russ (short for russefeiring) is a big deal in Norway. If you haven’t, just watch out for the youngsters with the red or blue overalls roaming the cities from mid-April until May 17.

What happens in Norway during russefeiring?

During Russefeiring a number of Russ-related events and festivals are held across Norway so that all the graduates could mingle and socialize. On May 1st, students drive around in their russ cars and buses all night and stop in different places to drink, dance and have fun together.

Where can you see the most Russ in Norway?

The largest number of Russ can be seen during the annual parade in Oslo on May 17th. The procession features about 100,000 participants, including students from over 100 schools. The parade is held in front of the Royal Palace where young people are greeted by the royals waiving from the main balcony.

What is Russ russfeiring?

Russfeiring has been celebrated since 1905 when some graduates in Norway decided to wear red caps. Today each school has its own list of things that they do. Fun-filled activities end on the Norwegian Constitution day with the Russ taking part in the solemn parade, marching, and singing loudly.

How to become a black russ in Norway?

Vocational courses (like electronics, carpentry or culinary programs). As Norwegian vocational studies consist of 2 years of schooling and 1 or 2 years of apprenticeship, black russ can choose to celebrate at the end of school, at the end of the apprenticeship, or both.