Europe

Why are Western Europe’s rivers essential to its economy?

• The rivers are scenic and attract many tourists.

• Western Europe’s rivers create political boundaries.

• The rivers provide routes for shipping, exporting, and importing goods.

• Fishing is the main industry in Western Europe.

Which climate zones are in Western Europe?

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• high altitude

• tundra

• humid continental

• Mediterranean

• marine west coast

Which natural resource is most important to the economy of Western Europe today?

• coal

• gold

• iron ore

• oil

How did the economy of Western Europe change after the Crusades?

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• Small villages disappeared as workers moved to cities.

• Increased trade created a merchant class.

• Skilled workers formed guilds.

• The Catholic Church controlled trade routes.

Which cause contributed to both World War I and World War II ?

• competition for increased economic power

• some nations’ desire to expand territory

• the belief in a superior race

• a mission to spread the Catholic faith

Which changes resulted from the Industrial Revolution?

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• Goods became cheaper and more plentiful.

• Many people left rural areas to work in the cities.

• New technology caused unemployment among farmworkers.

• The standard of living declined in western nations.

Which cultural contributions come from Western Europe?

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• literature, including William Shakespeare’s plays

• musical compositions such as those from Bach and Schubert

• sports, including baseball and lacrosse

• dances such as the samba

Which statement about the European Union is true?

• The group of European countries shares a government.

• Any country willing to eliminate tariffs may become a member.

• The major goal is to strengthen trade within Europe.

• It controls the economies of member countries.

Which religion is most widespread in Western Europe?

• Islam

• Catholicism

• Baptist

• Judaism

Which challenges does the European Union face today?

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• competition from countries with larger economies

• a lack of members

• an aging population

• members with weak economies