33 Questions
What percentage of the world's land surface does Europe cover?
3%
What marks the traditional physical dividing line between Europe and Asia?
The Ural Mountains
Which of the following countries is NOT part of the European Core?
Denmark
Why is Europe considered an ideal location for global influence?
Because of its proximity to the sea
What is Europe considered to be in terms of a landmass?
A subcontinent of Eurasia
Which region includes countries such as Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and Finland?
Northern Europe
Which mountain range is considered the natural border between France and Spain?
Pyrenees
Which of the following rivers flows into the Adriatic Sea?
Po River
Which mountain range is home to the highest point in Europe?
Alps
What type of fertile soil is found in the Northern European Plain?
chernozem
Which mountain range separates Europe and Asia?
Ural Mountains
Which of the following valleys has deposits of iron ore and coal?
Ruhr and Po Valleys
What is a notable feature of the North European Plain?
It is rich in natural resources
Which mountain range is NOT part of the Alpine Mountains?
The Ural Mountains
What is the highest peak in the Alps and in western Europe?
Mt. Blanc
What is a characteristic of the Central Uplands?
It is geologically older and has important deposits of metals and coal
Which of the following regions is the most densely populated in Europe?
The North European Plain
What is the main reason for the low birth rates in Europe?
Employed and educated women choosing not to devote time and money necessary to raise children
By how many workers will the European Union be short by 2030 if birth rates remain at their current low level?
20 million
How many people enter the EU legally each year?
1.8 million
What is the term used to describe the period of numerous invasions and migrations in Europe?
The Age of Migrations
Which of the following languages is NOT a part of the Slavic language family?
Italian
What is the name of the period in European history marked by extensive overseas exploration and colonization?
The Age of Discovery
Which religion is the fastest growing in Europe today?
Islam
What is the term used to describe the transfer of plants, animals, and culture between the New and Old Worlds?
The Columbian Exchange
Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Age of Discovery?
The rapid industrialization of Europe
Who was the leader of the Spanish expedition that reached the Americas in 1492?
Christopher Columbus
How did colonial powers treat Ireland?
As a subordinate
What is a characteristic of the European Core?
Densest, most urbanized population
Why did Norway and Iceland refuse to join the European Union?
Fear of EU fishing policies
What is a characteristic of the Basque people?
They have a unique ethnicity and culture
Why was the militant group ETA formed?
To gain independence for the Basque region
What is a consequence of the segregated society in Ireland?
Little meaningful contact between the two main groups
Explore the geography of Europe, including its location, sub-regions, physical features, and natural resources. Learn about the European Union and the continent's boundaries.
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