Effects of the Atlantic Gulf Stream on Germany

Which of the following statements BEST describes how the Atlantic Gulf Stream affects Germany's natural resources?

• It creates intense storms that make farming and agriculture difficult.

• It causes unpredictable weather that keeps tourists from vacationing in Germany.

• It has a warming influence, which enables Germany to be a major agricultural producer.

• It brings cold winds from the north, making German resources inaccessible each winter.

In which THREE of the following ways were civilian populations exposed to radiation by the incident at Chernobyl?

• direct contact with thermal radiation

• eating contaminated agricultural products

• contact with radioactive dust and debris

• the blast from a nuclear explosion

• exposure to a radioactive cloud

What is a negative effect of smog that affects the people of London, England?

• It erodes soil and rock.

• It harms farmers' crops.

• It contaminates groundwater.

• It causes respiratory problems.

Based on its geography, what does international trade with the United Kingdom (UK) rely on the MOST?

• the UK's airports

• the UK's railways

• the UK's seaports

• the UK's highways

In what way does acid rain pose a threat to the German economy?

• Germany must pay to repair damaged bridges and roads.

• Acid rain damages the resources on which the timber industry relies.

• Germany must pay for health care due to the health issues caused by acid rain.

• Acid rain significantly damages the tools on which the mining industry relies.

Why is acid rain in Germany of concern to all of Europe?

• because of the increase in potential for extreme weather

• because of the reliance of European nations on German water supplies

• because of the close proximity of European nations to one another

• because of reduced trade for important German resources

Which statement about air pollution in the United Kingdom (UK) is correct?

• Historically, air pollution in the UK was caused by construction; today most air pollution comes from factories.

• Historically, air pollution in the UK came from factories; today most air pollution comes from automobiles.

• Historically, air pollution in the UK came from automobiles; today most air pollution comes from large farms.

• Historically, air pollution in the UK came from large farms; today most air pollution is caused by construction.

What is the MOST widely practiced religion in Europe today?

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Islam

• Judaism

Where are Slavic languages MOST widely spoken in Europe?

• northern Europe

• southern Europe

• eastern Europe

• western Europe

What is the fastest-growing religion in modern Europe?

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Islam

• Judaism