GEO200: World Regional Geography

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What percentage of the world's land surface does Europe cover?

1%

10%

5%

3% (correct)

What marks the traditional physical dividing line between Europe and Asia?

The Alps

The Ural Mountains (correct)

The Carpathian Mountains

The Pyrenees

Which of the following countries is NOT part of the European Core?

Denmark (correct)

France

Germany

Switzerland

Why is Europe considered an ideal location for global influence?

Because of its proximity to the sea Signup and view all the answers

What is Europe considered to be in terms of a landmass?

A subcontinent of Eurasia Signup and view all the answers

Which region includes countries such as Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and Finland?

Northern Europe Signup and view all the answers

Which mountain range is considered the natural border between France and Spain?

Pyrenees Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following rivers flows into the Adriatic Sea?

Po River Signup and view all the answers

Which mountain range is home to the highest point in Europe?

Alps Signup and view all the answers

What type of fertile soil is found in the Northern European Plain?

chernozem Signup and view all the answers

Which mountain range separates Europe and Asia?

Ural Mountains Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following valleys has deposits of iron ore and coal?

Ruhr and Po Valleys Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable feature of the North European Plain?

It is rich in natural resources Signup and view all the answers

Which mountain range is NOT part of the Alpine Mountains?

The Ural Mountains Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest peak in the Alps and in western Europe?

Mt. Blanc Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the Central Uplands?

It is geologically older and has important deposits of metals and coal Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following regions is the most densely populated in Europe?

The North European Plain Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

By how many workers will the European Union be short by 2030 if birth rates remain at their current low level?

20 million Signup and view all the answers

How many people enter the EU legally each year?

1.8 million Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the period of numerous invasions and migrations in Europe?

The Age of Migrations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following languages is NOT a part of the Slavic language family?

Italian Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the period in European history marked by extensive overseas exploration and colonization?

The Age of Discovery Signup and view all the answers

Which religion is the fastest growing in Europe today?

Islam Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the transfer of plants, animals, and culture between the New and Old Worlds?

The Columbian Exchange Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Age of Discovery?

The rapid industrialization of Europe Signup and view all the answers

Who was the leader of the Spanish expedition that reached the Americas in 1492?

Christopher Columbus Signup and view all the answers

How did colonial powers treat Ireland?

As a subordinate Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the European Core?

Densest, most urbanized population Signup and view all the answers

Why did Norway and Iceland refuse to join the European Union?

Fear of EU fishing policies Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the Basque people?

They have a unique ethnicity and culture Signup and view all the answers

Why was the militant group ETA formed?

To gain independence for the Basque region Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of the segregated society in Ireland?

Little meaningful contact between the two main groups Signup and view all the answers

GEO200: World Regional Geography - Europe

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