Northern Europe Geography Quiz

Which countries are mentioned as part of Northern Europe?

• Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland

• Finland, Iceland, Germany, Sweden

• Norway, Iceland, Russia, Denmark

• Sweden, Denmark, Greenland, France

What is the largest non-continental island in the world?

• Sweden

• Greenland

• Finland

• Iceland

How does Greenland politically relate to Denmark?

• It is an independent nation.

• It is an autonomous territory of Denmark.

• It is a province of Denmark.

• It has no relationship with Denmark.

What geographical feature separates Norway from Sweden?

• A mountain range

• A river

• The Skagerrak Strait

• The Baltic Sea

Which country is described as the smallest in Northern Europe?

• Norway

• Iceland

• Denmark

• Finland

What type of climate is found primarily in Greenland?

• Tropical

• Polar

• Temperate

• Subarctic

How much of Greenland's land is covered by ice?

• One-fourth

• Half

• Three-fourths

• All

What is unique about the climate of Iceland?

• It is always hot.

• It features geysers that provide geothermal energy.

• It has no precipitation.

• It has a desert climate.

What natural feature is Norway known for?

• Large deserts

• Extensive fjords

• Rainforests

• Tropical beaches

Which of the following statements about Denmark is true?

• Denmark has no islands.

• Denmark has the largest area among Northern European countries.

• Denmark's only land boundary is with Germany.

• Denmark is located in the southern part of Europe.