Belgium

Belgium is a small, low-elevation country in Western Europe with a population of 11 million, primarily Roman Catholic. It is bordered by France, the Netherlands, Germany, and Luxembourg, with a short coastline along the North Sea. Belgium gained independence from the Netherlands in 1830. It was a colonial power in the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, Belgium is industrialized, with Brussels as its capital and the EU headquarters. The country is a constitutional monarchy with three main regions: Flanders, Wallonia, and Brussels. Ethnic tensions exist between French- and Dutch-speaking communities. Geographically, Belgium has a coastal plain, central plateau, and the Ardennes uplands. It has a mild maritime climate.

Which two languages are predominantly spoken in Belgium?

• Dutch and French

• French and German

• French and Spanish

• Dutch and English

What is the capital city of Belgium, which also serves as the headquarters of the European Union?

• Liège

• Ghent

• Brussels

• Antwerp

How is Belgium politically divided?

• Into four main regions: Flanders, Wallonia, Brussels, and Ardennes

• Into three main regions: Flanders, Wallonia, and Brussels

• Into two main regions: Flanders and Wallonia

• Into five main regions: Flanders, Wallonia, Brussels, Ardennes, and Luxembourg

Which region in Belgium is known for being the most forested and the site of significant battles during World Wars?

• The Brussels Capital Region

• The Ardennes Uplands

• The Central Plateau

• The Coastal Plain

What type of climate does Belgium experience?

• Tropical climate with high humidity

• Arid climate with low precipitation

• Continental climate with extreme temperatures

• Mild maritime climate with moderate precipitation