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Belgium Facts
Belgium Facts
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Undergraduate 4
11/01/2010

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Population?
Definition
Over 100 million.
2nd densest population in Europe.
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Belgium name came from where?
Definition
From the Celtic Tribe: Blegae
Term
Predominant Religion?
Definition
Catholic.
Term
What are the 3 different language regions of Belgium?
Definition
Dutch, French, and Brussels.
Term
Surrounded by?
Definition
France, Netherlands,
Luxembourg, Germany
and North Sea
Term
Primary School grades?
Definition
1-6
Term
Secondary school grades?
Definition
7-12
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Country is governed by:
Definition
Prime minister, Senate, House of representatives.
Term
Foods and Cooking Methods primarily influenced by?
Definition
The French
Term
Primary foods?
Definition
Meats (pork), Potatoes, Bread, Butter/Cream sauces.
Term
Secondary foods?
Definition
Seasonal fruits & Vegetables.
Term
Herbs & Spices?
Definition
Garlic, Onion, & Nutmeg
Term
What two food products known for?
Definition
Waffles & Chocolates.
Term
Beverages:
What is the most common?
Definition
What is the most common-Beer
Coffee and wine.
Term
Coffee special facts?
Definition
Drank throughout the day by adults and children.
Term
Wine Special Facts?
Definition
Considered an insult if given as a gift to a hostess.
Term
Increased risks of what?
Definition
Obesity, Diabetes, cardiovascular disease,
cancer
Term
Over consumption of ____?
Definition
Alcohol.
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