WorksheetsEurope and Russia Geography of countries
Total questions: 27
Worksheet time: 9mins
Which of the following statements about British democracy is true?
It grants the king great power.
It began after World War II.
Its roots go back hundreds of years.
It has caused a national debt.
Great Britain’s colonies provided the country with
a new constitution and parliament.
a welfare state.
raw materials for its factories.
manufactured goods to sell to the citizens.
Great Britain became a member of the European Union in order to improve its
educational system.
economy.
relationship with its colonies.
welfare system.
How did the French government react to the shortage of workers?
It passed laws to encourage immigration.
It passed laws to discourage immigration.
It changed from a welfare state to a democracy.
It became a welfare state.
In order to fulfill its promise of a better life for all Swedes, the Social Democratic party changed the country into
a welfare state
a multicultural country.
an absolute monarchy.
an agricultural nation.
One drawback to Sweden’s current benefit system is that people spend
too many hours working.
too much time waiting for benefits.
all of their money on benefits.
less money on goods because of high taxes.
Compared with northern Italy, southern Italy is
nationalistic and democratic.
agricultural and very traditional.
urban and religious.
wealthy and modern.
The Italian government has helped the development of the southern region by
decreasing taxes throughout the nation.
refusing to join the European Union.
building roads and irrigation systems.
decreasing the nation’s foreign debt.
What happened to Germany at the end of World War II?
It was reunified.
It joined the European Union.
It was divided into two countries.
It was governed by the United Nations.
What two things helped make Britain a democracy?
raising taxes and providing benefits
unification of Scotland and Wales
Parliament and representatives
the changing of the guard and the crown jewels
In Great Britain, the constitution limits the power of the
monarchy.
Magna Carta.
absolute monarchy.
welfare state.
Because Great Britain is an island, it has limited
educational facilities.
trade routes.
harbors
natural resources.
French culture has changed since World War II because
children of immigrants are considered French citizens.
people speak only French when doing business.
immigrants have arrived from former French colonies.
the government has refused to join the European Union.
In order to pay for their benefits, Swedish citizens must pay
high taxes.
all medical costs.
all educational expenses.
retirement benefits.
What is one solution to Sweden’s economic problems?
spend more money on education
increase the national debt
increase taxes for all citizens and businesses
make better use of the country’s natural resources
Italy’s history is closely linked with the history of the
Catholic Church.
Slavic people.
fashion industry.
monarchy.
What statement best describes the economy of northern Italy?
The region is the center of the lumber industry.
The region is a manufacturing center.
The region is an agricultural center.
The region is the center of the fishing industry.
Which of the countries is NOT in the UK
Scotland
Wales
England
Ireland
which river flows through London?
River Severn
River Thames
River Trent
River Tweed
Which country has a Mediterranean climate in some of its regions?
Germany
Poland
Norway
Spain
Select the smallest country by area.
Belgium
San Marino
Vatican
Andora
The capital of Poland is:
Bonn
Prague
Sofia
Warsaw
Which of the following countries does not have access to the sea?(Landlocked)?
Portugal
Austria
Slovenia
Montenegro
For centuries, the center of Polish tradition has been the
government.
Catholic Church.
Greek Orthodox Church.
University system.
Other countries have invaded Ukraine because of the country’s
natural resources.
excellent universities.
foreign trade routes.
location in Europe.
Many people in Ukraine suffered serious health problems because of
the lack of meat and milk in their diet.
the nuclear accident at Chernobyl.
the breakdown of the national health system.
an invasion by Soviet forces.
Which statement best describes life in Siberia today?
Life in many Siberian villages is similar to life in American suburbs.
Life in many Siberian villages is still very traditional.
Life in Siberian villages has been changed by the free enterprise system.
Life in Siberian villages is similar to life in Moscow.
