1. For NORWAY, give the following information:

1. capital
2. location/the countries that share its borders
3. the religious breakdown of the population
4. the type of government
5. the chief of state (and head of government if different) If monarch or dictator, since what date has he/she ruled? – include name of heir apparent for monarch
6. the population

Find the answers at the CIA World FactBook website. For each country, answers can be found under the “Geography” “People” and “Government” headings.

NOTE: Before answering the following questions, read the info under “Background” and watch the video under “Resources” below.

2. For NORWAY:
a) list the who, what, where and when of the news item
b) What is known about Russia’s previous programs using marine mammals? Be specific.
c) One news report stated that the harness the beluga was wearing had a spot for a go-pro camera. Multiple experts believe the Russian military trained the whale that approached the fishermen in the Arctic. Russian officials scoffed at the assertions. What motive do you think Russia would have for denying any involvement with the “spy whale”?
d) Ask a parent: do you think the Russian military is involved? Please explain your answer.