Chapter 12: Southern Europe

Where did Portugal once have colonies?

• in North America and Antarctica

• in North America and South America

• in Africa and Latin America

• in northern Asia

Where are most of Italy's factories located?

• in the south of the country

• in the center of the country

• in the north of the country

• in Sardinia and Sicily

What was the Renaissance?

• the period when Italy was united as one country

• a time of great art and learning

• a time when people had to move to find work

• the age when most factories were opened

Which has Greece always depended on for trade?

• airports

• the European Union

• the sea

• highways

What industry is important in Greece?

• manufacturing automobiles

• road-building

• airplane construction

• shipbuilding

On what peninsula are Spain and Portugal located?

• Iberian

• Italian

• Balkan

• Atlantic

What mountains form Italy's northern border?

• Pyrenees

• Alps

• Apennines

• Rockies

How many people reside in Vatican City?

• less than 100

• less than 1,000

• more than 10,000

• more than 25,000

Who rules Vatican City?

• the European Union?

• the mayor of Rome

• the king of Italy

• the Pope

What has helped San Marino maintain its independence?

• isolated location

• remote island

• strong army

• ruled by dictator