Geography Quiz

What geographic feature primarily characterizes the Scandinavian Peninsula?

• Volcanic activity

• Mountain ranges

• Flat plains

• Dense forests

Which of the following describes the Iberian Peninsula's geographical position?

• A flat region surrounded by mountains

• An island group in the North Atlantic

• Between the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean

• Located in Northern Europe between two seas

What is the highest peak in the Alps?

• Matterhorn

• Eiffel Peak

• Mont Blanc

• Mount Etna

Which statement accurately describes the North European Plain?

• It is primarily rocky with little arable land.

• It consists mostly of plateaus and deserts.

• It is a major agricultural region home to large cities.

• It is mostly mountainous and sparsely populated.

What significant waterway flows through France and Germany into the Netherlands?

• Rhine River

• Danube River

• Seine River

• Elbe River

What is the significance of the Danube River in Europe?

• It passes through only Germany before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean.

• It is primarily used for hydroelectric power generation.

• It is the longest river in Europe.

• It flows through ten countries and serves as a major transportation route.

Which river is recognized as the longest river entirely in England?

• Thames River

• Seine River

• Rhine River

• Volga River

Which of the following natural resources is NOT mentioned in the content?

• Bauxite

• Coal

• Uranium

• Iron ore

What climatic characteristics are associated with Southern Europe?

• Warm, dry summers and mild, rainy winters.

• Cold and dry with heavy snowfall.

• Extreme hot summers and freezing winters.

• Consistently humid all year round.

What factor influences the climate in Western Europe?

• Distance from the sea.

• Proximity to Russia.

• The presence of dry winds.

• Altitude of its mountains