Geography of Europe

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Which river flows from the Alps mountains east across much of Europe and empties into the Black Sea?

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Danube River

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Which country is highlighted on the map? Options: Germany, England, France, Belgium

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France

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Which country is highlighted on the map? Germany, Italy, Poland, Ukraine

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Italy

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This river begins in the Alps mountains and flows north to the North Sea

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Rhine River

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What is the name of the country that is dark green in the picture?

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United Kingdom

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This country has many natural resources, but cannot reach them due to the harsh climate.

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Russia

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Olives, garlic, & tomatoes are used in cooking in which region of Europe?

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Mediterranean (Spain, Italy, Greece, Portugal)

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What was a major cause of urbanization in Europe? Options: The French king was overthrown and beheaded and a new government was formed. Many people died of contagious diseases, wiping out much of Europe's population. New advancements in navigation and science led to exploration and colonization. Industrialization meant people began making goods with machines in factories.

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Industrialization meant people began making goods with machines in factories.

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What is the main difference between the religions practiced in Northern Europe compared to those practiced in Southern Europe?

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Northern Europe is mostly Protestant while Southern Europe is mainly Roman Catholic.

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What was the reasoning behind the European Union creating the currency called the Euro?

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Made trade easier because of a common currency