Geography: Climate, Countries & Capitals

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Compare the general climate of Western Europe to that of Eastern Europe, according to the text.

Western Europe has a moist and moderate climate, while Eastern Europe has cold winters and hot summers.

Besides Russia, what are the other two largest countries, by area, in Europe?

Ukraine and France

Why might the Volga River's width have been strategically significant during World War II battles fought there?

Its width created a natural barrier, making crossings difficult and influencing battle strategies.

How does the text characterize the climate of countries near the Mediterranean Sea?

<p>Hot, dry summers and mild winters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the longest river in Europe, and where does it run through?

<p>The Volga River, which runs through Russia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many inhabitants does Moscow house within the city limits?

<p>More than 13 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the winter in the far north of Europe?

<p>Long and very cold</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Russia's second largest city and how many inhabitants does it have?

<p>Saint Petersburg, with 5.3 million inhabitants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What major environmental factor allows for a 'Mediterranean climate', and where is this climate found?

<p>Proximity to the Mediterranean Sea, which results in hot, dry summers and mild winters in the countries near the sea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What marine life, according to the text, inhabits the Volga River?

<p>Huge sturgeon fish</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Europe's climate differences

Most of Western Europe has a moist, moderate climate. Eastern Europe has cold winters and hot summers.

Three largest countries in Europe

Russia, Ukraine, and France.

Moscow

The largest city entirely on the European continent with over 13 million inhabitants

Volga River

The longest river in Europe, running through Russia.

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Mediterranean climate

A climate characterized by hot, dry summers and mild winters.

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Continental climate

Dominant in Eastern Europe, it features significant temperature differences between seasons.

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Study Notes

  • Most of Western Europe's climate is moist and moderate
  • Eastern Europe's climate comprises cold winters and hot summers, particularly in the southeast
  • The winter can be long and very cold in the far north of Europe
  • Countries near the Mediterranean Sea have hot, dry summers and mild winters

Largest European Country

  • The European part of Russia covers more area than any other country
  • The three largest countries are Russia, Ukraine, and France

Largest Capital City

  • Moscow is the largest capital city
  • Moscow houses more than 13 million inhabitants within the city limits
  • Saint Petersburg is Russia's second largest city with 5.3 million inhabitants
  • Moscow is the largest city that is entirely on the European continent

Volga River

  • The Volga River runs through Russia
  • At 2,294 miles long, it is the longest river in Europe
  • The Volga River is so wide in places that one cannot see the other side
  • One of the biggest battles of World War 2 was fought on the banks of the Volga River
  • Huge sturgeon fish are found in the Volga River

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