Chapter 4 Chapter Test & Vocabulary Test (7th)

Which of these has become the fastest-growing religion in Europe?

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Islam

• Judaism

What did the technique of perspective allow artists to do?

• emphasize form and color over realism

• convey light and shadow

• portray the human figure more correctly

• give their work greater depth

Which form of music tells a story through words and music?

• concerto

• opera

• sonata

• symphony

Which early writer is famous for plays that are still performed today?

• Miguel de Cervantes     

• Homer 

• Willian Shakespeare

• Dante

Why is fish an important part of the cuisine of certain European countries?

• The countries are located near bodies of water where fishing takes place.

• Fish contains vitamins and minerals.

• The countries import different types of fish from around the world.

• Fish is inexpensive.

Which currency is used in at least 17 countries in Europe?

• euro

• franc

• mark

• pound

What is one advantage when countries share the same currency?

• Visitors and business people can travel without paying airport taxes and luggage fees.

• Countries can raise taxes without hurting their citizens.

• Visitors and business people can go from country to country using the same money.

• Countries can give up control of their own economies.

Which statement is true about eastern European countries today?

• Many want to join the European Union.

• Their state-run businesses continue.

• Their unemployment rates are very low.

• Many have returned to communism.

What is one cause of Europe’s aging population?

• Older citizens are living with their children.

• People are retiring earlier.

• Governments encourage immigration of older people.

• People are living longer.

Which word describes what happens when people from one culture are absorbed into another society’s culture?

• assimilate

• demographic

• migrate

• privatization