Portugal Geography and Demographics Quiz

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What is the main language spoken in Portugal?

  • Catalan
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • Portuguese (correct)

Which city serves as the capital of Portugal?

  • Porto
  • Lisbon (correct)
  • Coimbra
  • Braga

What was a significant demographic change in Portugal during the 1990s?

  • It disbanded its colonial territories.
  • It became a homogenous society.
  • Its population density decreased significantly.
  • It transitioned from emigration to immigration. (correct)

Which region is known for its famous Port wine?

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How did Portugal's geography influence its population distribution?

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Where is the highest mountain in Portugal located?

<p>Pico in the Azores (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of climate is primarily found in southern Portugal?

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Which river flows through Lisbon?

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What percentage of Portugal is covered by plains?

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Which mountain range is the most significant in the southeast of Portugal?

<p>Serra da Estrela (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following trees is NOT typically found in southern Portugal?

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What remarkable event occurred in Portugal in 1492 that influenced its history?

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Which region is known for its traditional rural landscape and is located in the northern part of Portugal?

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What is the capital city of the Central region of Portugal?

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Which region in Portugal is the main tourist destination?

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What percentage of the Portuguese workforce is still involved in the primary sector?

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Which of the following industries is part of Portugal's secondary sector?

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Which natural feature is notable in the Central region?

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What type of cork production does Portugal contribute significantly to globally?

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What is the primary source of electricity production in Portugal?

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Which of the following products is NOT a key product in Portugal's primary sector?

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Flashcards

Lusitanians

The ancient inhabitants of Portugal, who gave the country its alternate name "Lusitania."

Portuguese Language

The main language spoken in Portugal, with over 200 million speakers globally, particularly in Africa and Brazil.

Paulo Coelho

A famous Portuguese writer, known for novels like "The Alchemist."

Lisbon

The capital and most populous region of Portugal, known for its hillside trams and funiculars.

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Northern Portugal

A vibrant region in northern Portugal, famous for the city of Porto and its signature Port wine.

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What is Pico?

The highest peak in Portugal, located on the Azores islands. It is a volcano.

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What is Alqueva?

The largest artificial lake in Portugal, used for water storage and hydroelectric power generation.

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What is the Serra da Estrela?

It is the most important mountain range in southeastern Portugal, bordering Spain. It is known for its high peaks and rugged terrain.

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What is the Douro River called in Spain?

A significant waterway, it flows through Portugal and Spain.

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Where is the Tras-os-Montes region located?

The northern region of Portugal known for its rural landscape, characterized by rolling hills and farms.

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What is the Algarve coast known for?

The southern coastal region of Portugal, known for its high, rocky cliffs and diverse beaches.

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What is the Age of Discovery?

A period (from 1492 onwards) when Portugal established trade routes and colonies across the globe.

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What impact did the conquest of Brazil have on Portugal's economy?

The conquest of Brazil, which played an important role in Portugal's economic growth. It lasted from 1500 to 1815.

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Central Region of Portugal

The largest administrative region of Portugal, known for its sparsely populated landscape and the Serra da Estrela mountain range.

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Algarve

The southern region of Portugal, widely recognized as the country's prime tourist destination.

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Portugal

A country in south-western Europe, a member of the European Union, using the euro as its currency.

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Primary Sector

The sector of an economy that focuses on primary resources, including agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining.

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Secondary Sector

A segment of the economy involving manufacturing, construction, and processing of raw materials.

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Tertiary Sector

The part of the economy encompassing services such as retail, healthcare, tourism, finance, and education.

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Cork

Cork is a natural material harvested from the bark of cork oak trees, widely used in industries like wine stoppers, insulation, and flooring.

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Hydroelectric Power

A specific type of hydropower that utilizes water flowing through a dam or hydroelectric plant to generate electricity.

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