Flashcard on Northern Europe

Front

Which of the following countries is NOT considered part of Northern Europe? Norway, Finland, Spain, Sweden

Back

Spain

Front

Based on the map, the ____________________ peninsula is home to the countries labeled IV, and V.

Back

Scandinavia

Front

What is the primary type of government found in most Northern European countries?

Back

Democracy

Front

Which body of water separates the United Kingdom from mainland Europe?

Back

English Channel

Front

What is a significant natural resource found in Norway?

Back

Oil

Front

Which historical event is associated with the Viking Age? (Hint: they reached North America)

Back

The Age of Exploration

Front

Which of the following is a major economic activity in Sweden? Fishing, Mining, Manufacturing, All of the above

Back

All of the above

Front

What is the main reason for the mild climate in Norway despite its northern location? Options: Ocean currents (North Atlantic Drift), Altitude, Latitude, Vegetation

Back

Ocean currents (North Atlantic Drift)

Front

Which Northern European nation has a long history of neutrality and non-alignment in global conflicts? Options: Sweden, Finland, Norway, Denmark

Back

Sweden

Front

What natural resource has been crucial to the economies of several Northern European countries?

Back

Oil and natural gas