Geography Flashcard

Front

Which of the following is NOT one of the major peninsulas of Europe? Scandinavian, Iberian, Italian, Mediterranean

Back

Mediterranean

Front

What factor contributes to Europe having a milder climate than its latitude would suggest?

Back

The North Atlantic Drift

Front

Which mountain range forms a natural border between France and Spain?

Back

The Pyrenees

Front

What is the name of the large area of flat farmland in Europe?

Back

The North European Plain

Front

Which of these is NOT one of the three major language groups in Europe? Romance, Germanic, Slavic, Asian

Back

Asian

Front

How does the North Atlantic Drift affect Europe's climate?

Back

It makes it warmer than expected

Front

Which river flows through Paris?

Back

Seine

Front

What is unique about the location of most places in Europe in relation to water?

Back

They are all within 100 miles of a river, ocean, or sea.

Front

Which of these factors contributed to Europe's history of exploration? Improved ship building, Better maps, Improved compass, All of the above

Back

All of the above

Front

What type of climate is typical in Southern Europe?

Back

Mediterranean