Geography of Europe Quiz

Front

Into which body of water does the Iberian Peninsula extend?

Back

Mediterranean Sea

Front

What is a peninsula?

Back

A piece of land surrounded by water on three sides.

Front

Which mountain range forms a natural border between Europe and Asia?

Back

Ural Mountains

Front

What is the nickname often given to Europe?

Back

The Old World

Front

Which country has Europe's largest fishing industry?

Back

Norway

Front

What is a characteristic of Europe's climate that makes it generally mild?

Back

Its proximity to warm ocean currents.

Front

What is the name of the warm current in the Atlantic Ocean that affects Europe's climate?

Back

Gulf Stream

Front

Which countries are located on the Iberian Peninsula?

Back

Spain and Portugal.

Front

What type of landscape is found between France and Russia?

Back

North European Plain

Front

Which of these is a renewable energy source?

Back

Wind power