Europe: physical geography of the second-smallest continent

What is the Western Uplands made of?

• Sand

• Very old rock

• Volcanic ash

• Clay

What is a characteristic feature of the Alpine Mountains?

• Covered in forests

• Made of very old rock

• Filled with tall peaks and steep mountainsides

• Home to many rivers

What type of trees start to grow in the slightly warmer areas farther south in Europe?

• Palm trees

• Evergreen trees like spruce and fir

• Deciduous trees like oak and maple

• Fruit trees like apple and cherry

What problem has caused trouble for plants and animals in Europe?

• Overpopulation

• Pollution

• Deforestation

• Climate change

Since when have many groups been working to help Europe's plant and animal life?

• 1800s

• 1900s

• 2000s

• 1700s