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The happiest people in the world:

Student: Campos Micaela


Pay attention to the video and then, answer the questions:

1)Is there just one concept for happiness?


No, happiness can mean different things to different people. The countries with
the happiest immigrants are not the richest countries, but instead the countries
with a more balanced set of social and institutional supports for better lives.
2) What are the happiest countries?
The happiest countries are Austria, Canada, New Zealand, Sweden, Switzerland,
The Netherlands, Iceland, Norway, Denmark, Finland
3) Is safety an important issue to be considered? 
Yes, Safety is an important issue because all of the happiest countries are seen
as the world's safest countries.
4) Which is the world’s most liveable city? 
The world's most liveable city is Austria.
5) Is pollution a problem in Austria?
73% of Austrians are satisfied with their lives despite the high levels of air
pollution. Maybe the lower-than-average crime rate explains why Austrians feel
so good.
6) Sum up facts about Canada:
According for the report part of Canada´s high happiness score also come from
its tolerant approach to multiculturalism, via programs that promote inter-
ethnic understanding.
7) Characteristics about New Zealand:
Beautiful landscapes - outdoor adventure sport including: bungee jumping, jet
boating and sky diving - Great climate - Good food.

8) Are New Zealanders really hard-working people?


The people here don't place too much emphasis on work, spend a lot of time
outside.
9) Do they care much about personal achievements?

People here aren't overly concerned about personal achievements or status.


10) What features does Sweden share with Canada?
Sweden swapping places with Canada since last year, Sweden has benefitted
from excellent social support and a high life expectancy.
11) How does the government support? 
The government supports long parental leave policies, free schooling, baby
friendly public areas, hell care and college education are free.

12) Switzerland, what is its outstanding record?


Switzerland is one of the world's wealthiest countries and has been well-known
for centuries for its neutrality. Their welfare and healthcare are amongst some
of the best in the world.
13) What is the average life expectancy in Switzerland?
The average life expectancy is 83.
14) What languages do people speak there?
People can speak German, French and English.
15) What is The Netherlands famous for?
is known for a flat landscape of canals, tulip fields, windmill and cycling routes.
The country is also renowned liveability progressiveness, and work-live balance
16) Why are the Dutch so happy?
Famously relaxed and welcoming, their particular brand of lifestyle has
propelled to the fifth happiest country in the world. The pace of life and
freedom are particularly strong points that put a smile on many resident´s faces.
17) What does Iceland offer?
Iceland offers a relatively low-income tax, free healthcare, and free higher
education to its citizens.
18) Norway is famous for:
Norway´s consistently described as Europe´s most beautiful countries that
benefits from little to no corruption, phenomenal social support and freedom.
19) What about gender pay gap?
The gender pay gap are amongst the lower in the world.
20) Mention some characteristics of the Danish:
The Danish are generally well educated and well informed.
21) Finland: does the country welcome immigrants? 
Yes, it does. The country of about 5.5 million people is home to around 300,000
foreign nationals, with its largest immigration group being from other European
nation.
22) What is special about the Finns?
It´s the only country in the developed world where fathers spend more time
with school-aged children than mothers. In particular, the generosity of its
people with little to no corruption and high GDP.

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