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What is the difference between a political and a physical map?
A political map focuses on boundaries between states or countries. A physical map focuses on the geography of the area.
Name the European mountain ranges.
Pyrenees, Alps, Ural Mountains
Name the 3 countries that make up the Scandinavian Peninsula.
Finland, Sweden, and Norway
Which mountain range is bigger, the Pyrenees or the Alps?
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Which mountain range separates Europe from Asia?
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Name the 4 European bodies of water.
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What is a channel?
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What is a river?
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The Alps are just north of what country?
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What countries does this saying portray? No Soup For Russia You Pretty Girl, But It's For Spain You Know.
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Study Notes
Differences Between Map Types
- Political maps highlight boundaries between states or countries.
- Physical maps display the geography and natural features of an area.
European Mountain Ranges
- Major mountain ranges in Europe include:
- Pyrenees
- Alps
- Ural Mountains
Scandinavian Peninsula
- Comprises three countries:
- Finland
- Sweden
- Norway
Comparison of Mountain Ranges
- The Alps are larger than the Pyrenees.
Europe-Asia Division
- The Ural Mountains serve as the geographical boundary separating Europe from Asia.
European Bodies of Water
- Key bodies of water in Europe are:
- English Channel
- Rhine River
- Danube River
- Mediterranean Sea
Definitions
- A channel is defined as a pathway.
- A river is a large stream of water flowing into a sea, lake, or another stream.
Geographic Location of the Alps
- The Alps are located just north of Italy.
Countries in the Saying
- The phrase "No Soup For Russia You Pretty Girl, But It's For Spain You Know" encapsulates the following countries:
- Norway
- Sweden
- Finland
- Russia
- Ukraine
- Poland
- Germany
- Belgium
- Italy
- France
- Spain
- United Kingdom
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Description
Test your knowledge on the differences between physical and political maps, including geographical features and political boundaries. This quiz also covers key geographical regions, such as European mountain ranges and the Scandinavian Peninsula.
