World Geography Unit 5 Review

Which historic event caused the greatest change to the settlement patterns in much of Europe?

• First World War

• Second World War

• Industrial Revolution

• Fall of the Soviet Union

The human geographic feature shown on the map most affects the distribution of settlements in Europe by -

• serving to concentrate most settlement along the coastal areas

• allowing for the location of large urban areas in mountainous areas

• facilitating the distribution of a variety of settlements across the region

• accelerating the migration of people to large urban areas from small villages

Which of the following best describes the demographic trends in Germany and Spain?

• Baby booms are happening in both regions.

• Spain has more males compared to Germany.

• Germany has fewer elderly compared to Spain.

• Both nations are experiencing lower birth rates.

Based on the information in the chart, which of the following best describes the distribution of population settlements in Europe?

• European settlements are clustered along the coastlines.

• Most settlements in Europe are high-density urban areas.

• The number of high-density urban centers in Europe is decreasing.

• A majority of European settlements are small or medium-sized towns.

According to information in the excerpt, The European Union's policies related to globalization have contributed to

• Job losses in European Union member nations.

• Higher standards of living in European Union nations.

• Protests about open borders in the European Union

• Loss of economic power for many living in the European Union.

Which of the following statements is best supported by the information on the map above?

• The transportation of goods in Europe is facilitated by the access to ports and rivers.

• The extent of Europe's peninsulas has inhibited the use of the sea as a trade corridor.

• The Northern European Plain has allowed Europe to become a chief exporter of agricultural products.

• The number of mountain ranges in Europe has hindered the development of manufacturing industries.

Which economic activity benefits from the extensive railroad network built in Europe?

• Mining

• Fishing

• Tourism

• Oil drilling

Which factor best explains why Europe is home to many manufacturing industries?

• Cold climate conditions make it necessary to work indoors.

• Tourists who visit the region want to shop for European products.

• Many immigrants to the region provide labor for work in factories.

• Access to ports and navigable river facilitates the distribution of goods.

Based on the excerpt, which social change is having the greatest impact on life in rural Spain?

• Poor medical facilities

• Increasing housing costs

• Negative population growth

• Lack of economic opportunities

For most of the twentieth century, ethnic diversity in the Balkan region has contributed to —

• A rise of dictators

• Economic Growth

• Multiple conflicts

• Cultural convergence