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WorksheetsUnit 5 Review: Europe - WG
Total questions: 151
Worksheet time: 2hrs 3mins
Is this country Developed or Developing?
Developed
Developing
Describe the healthcare of this country.
Good healthcare available to most
Good healthcare available to some
Poor healthcare for all
Poor healthcare for most
Describe the literacy rate of this country.
Most people can read and write.
Some people can read and write.
Most people can not read and write.
How would you describe the population of this country?
They are overpopulated
They have billions of people
They have a high birth rate
They are a small country
How would you describe the population of this country?
They are experiencing rapid population growth
They are experiencing stable population growth
They are experiencing negative population growth
How would you describe the population of this country?
They are experiencing stable population growth
They are experiencing negative population growth
They are experiencing rapid population growth
How would you describe the population of this country?
They are experiencing stable population growth
They are experiencing rapid population growth
They are experiencing negative population growth
There are a lot of immigrants that are coming into this country.
True
False
Describe the likely crime rate of this country.
They have a high crime rate
They have a low crime rate
This country has ample access to healthcare and birth control.
True
False
This country has ample access to healthcare and birth control.
True
False
Describe the likely GDP of this country
They have a high GDP
They have a low GDP
They are super rich
Describe the likely GDP of this country
They have a high GDP
They have a low GDP
They are super poor
They have no GDP
This country has a low birth rate
True
False
Describe the likely death rate of this country.
This country has a low death rate
This country has a high death rate
This country has many old people
Very few people die in this country
Describe the life expectancy of this country
People live a long time
People die early
Men live longer than women
What population is displayed on the RIGHT side of this pyramid?
Children
Women
Men
Elderly
Which statement is true?
There are more men in this country
There are fewer women in this country
There are more 30-34 year olds than 25-29 year olds
There are more people age 25-29 than 30-34
This country has a very large population
True
False
This country is larger than the United States
True
False
Population pyramids measure:
Age and Gender
Gender and Race
Age and Race
Land size
Which country, A or B, has an ageing population?
A
B
By 2025 the UK will have... (tick all correct statements)
a narrower base meaning fewer young children
a wider top meaning more older people
a wider base meaning more young children
a narrower top meaning fewer older people
The age group that provides the most support for the other groups is:
Young population
Working population
Old population
Which one of the following population pyramids are created from data that supports the fact that the country it represents has a DECLINING population?
Which one of the following population pyramids are created from data that supports the fact that the country it represents has a Slow or Stable population?
Which one of the following population pyramids are created from data that supports the fact that the country it represents will see a large influx of military personnel in the future?
According to the DTM displayed to the left, in which stage do we begin to see a rapid rise in population as a county is developing?
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Stage 4
By 2025 the UK will have... (tick all correct statements)
a narrower base meaning fewer young children
a wider top meaning more older people
a wider base meaning more young children
a narrower top meaning fewer older people
What is a problem Italy will face in the future?
An increase in population of almost 3 million people
The death rate will increase
Italy will have a high elderly dependency ratio
Italy's fertility will increase
A population pyramid can be used to predict markets for goods and services. Based on Portugal's population pyramid, which type of service will be demanded in 30 years?
Business
Education
Recreation
Healthcare
Which stage of the Demographic Transition Model reflects a country that has the LARGEST workforce supporting its elderly population?
STAGE 1
STAGE 2
STAGE 3
STAGE 4
STAGE 5
Which of the pyramids displays a typical college town?
A
B
C
D
E
Based on this country's population pyramid, their population is
Increasing
Stable
Decreasing
Based on this country's population pyramid, their population is
Increasing
Stable
Decreasing
Which growth rate does this population pyramid represent?
Slow Growth
Zero Growth
Rapid Growth
Negative Growth
The age group that provides the most support for the other groups is:
Young population
Working population
Old population
Which country, A or B, has an ageing population?
A
B
Predict the future population growth of this country.
Negative Growth (the population will shrink)
Slow/No Growth (the population will stay about the same)
Growth (the population will definitely grow)
Fast Growth (the population will explode)
After the industrial revolution, there were more manufacturing jobs available in the cities. What happened next?
There was a huge migration to Scandinavia
People emigrated to the Soviet Union
People moved from the cities to country
people moved from the country to the cities in search of jobs, therefore increasing population
a country that has begun transitioning from primarily agricultural to primarily manufacturing and industrial activity
3rd world country
Less Developed Country (LDC)
More Developed Country (MDC)
Newly Industrialized Country
Which three are economic characteristics of Europe?
High Literacy *ability to read and write
High per capita GDP
High population growth rate
Low percentage of population under age 15
Which two factors have the greatest effect on climate? (WG.4A)
Longitude and vegetation
Latitude and distance from water
Soil type and altitude
Mountain barriers and amount of arable land
Separates the island of Great Britain from France
The Strait of Gibraltar
Peninsula
The English Channel
Fjords
What mountain range separates the Liberian Peninsula from France.
Alps Mts.
Pyrenees Mts.
Carpathian Mts.
Balkan Mts.
What mountain ranges are located in Northern Italy, Switzerland, Austria, and France.
Pyrenees
Balkan
Apennines
Alps
Which of these is not an island?
Ireland
Iseland
Spain
Crete
Europe is the world's _________?
Largest continent
smallest continent
second to smallest continent
second to largest continent
The entire European region is one giant _____________ extending off the Eurasian continent
archipelago
peninsula
atoll
island
Which of the following best describes the European Mediterranean climate?
warm, dry summers; rainy, mild winters
blistering summers; freezing winters
wet summers; dry winters
monsoon-laden summers; arctic winters
The busiest waterway in Europe. Connects industrial regions to the North Sea and runs through the most populated region of Europe
Rivers in Western Europe
Danube River
Rhine River
Tagus River
A major energy source used by the Dutch to power the pumps that drain the sea and create polders
Wind Power
Hydroelectricity
Geothermal Energy
Coal
What are the major Islands ofEurope?
Iceland, The British Islands----- Ireland, Britain and others Mediterranean - Malta , Slickly, Corisca, Sardinia,
Lorie- FranceRhine- Germany, Northern EuropeBanube-Southern and Eastern EuropeVolga River- European Russia
walls, regions, roads, together, transport
What are the Major Rivers of Europe?
climate,humid contientneal, forstead, farmland, timber industry
Alps- Southern EuropeApennines-ItalyCarpathians-Eastern EuropePyrenees- Seperate France and SpainUrals- Mountains in Russia run North to SouthDivides Europe and Asia
Lorie- FranceRhine- Germany, Northern EuropeBanube-Southern and Eastern EuropeVolga River- European Russia
Which of the following statements is best supported by the information on the map above?
The transportation of goods in Europe is facilitated by the access to ports and rivers.
The extent of Europe’s peninsulas has inhibited the use of the sea as a trade corridor.
The Northern European Plain has allowed Europe to become a chief exporter of agricultural products.
The number of mountain ranges in Europe has hindered the development of manufacturing industries.
A megalopolis is most likely to develop where —
push factors outnumber pull factors
there is access to educational opportunities
raw materials are available for industrial development
transportation routes and major economic development have concentrated
Which of the following least affects the location of cities?
fertile soil
location of resources
transportation routes
economic activities
The navigable rivers in Western Europe have historically impacted economic development in the region by —
providing for the irrigation of arid land
blocking the spread of epidemic diseases
preventing the advancement of land armies
facilitating the movement of goods and people
What is a navigable river?
A river deep and wide enough to swim in.
A river that has a mouth at harbor.
A river deep and wide enough for shipping.
Which statement provides an important reason why countries and regions specialize in their economic activities?
they become more self-sufficient
they do not wish to compete
they have different productive resources
they are unable to overcome trade barriers
On what scale does the U.N. operate?
global scale
regional scale
country scale
subnational scale
local scale
Which of the following was NOT a member of NATO?
The United States
France
United Kingdom
the Soviet Union
When was the United Nations established?
2 May 1945
2 September 1945
24 October 1945
10 December 1948
Which of the following was NOT a main principle of the UN?
To save future generations from war.
To prevent economic recessions.
To reaffirm human rights.
To establish equal rights for all nations.
What alliance was created by the Soviet Union in opposition to NATO?
Stalingrad
Central Powers
Berlin Wall
Warsaw Pact
__________ is when counties give up some control of their own affairs for shared group goals.
Spatial inequality
Economic Activity
Sustainable Development
Supranational Cooperation
Which of these is the Best supported by the information in the graph?
The EU produces fewer goods and services than China.
The EU trades more with the United States than with India.
The EU has about the same economic power as the US.
The EU has a higher GDP than India, Japan, and China combine.
The European Union began with the development of a ________________.
Plural Society
Defense Organization
Common Market
Consumer Class Consumer Class
What happens when a member country does not agree with a decision made by the EU government?
The decision goes into effect only supporting countries.
Every country must carry out the decision.
The country may refuse to obey the decision.
The decision does not go into effect anywhere in the EU.
Supranational organizations have led to...
decreased sovereignty for member states
more calls for sovereignty among nations
increased international disputes
increased tariffs and less global trade
What is the United Nations?
The United States, United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates combined
The original name for the United Kingdom
The three top-winning nations during an Olympiad
An international organization that promotes world peace
The five most powerful countries in the world
This supranational organizations goal is to help the expansion of international trade and promote high levels of employment
NATO
NAFTA
IMF
UN
In Political Geography what is a State?
A sovereign territory with distinct borders
A group with a shared culture
A sovereign territory in which the population shares the same background or ethnicity
A colony under control of a sovereign territory
A group of people who share a common culture and identity, while not necessarily having their own sovereign territory, is a:
State
Nation
Nation-State
Fragmented State
______ conflicts are due to rivalries and disputed within a country, while _______ conflicts describe rivalries and disputes between countries.
Internal; External
External; Internal
International; Supranational
Supranational; International
States cooperate with each other for what reasons?
Political
Economic
Military
All of the Above
The American Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, UNICEF, and Doctors without Borders are all examples of:
Ethnicites
Cultural Groups
Non-Government Organizations
States
Why are political boundaries created?
to make a map of the world look visually appealing
voting purposes
distinguish between nations, tool for managing its citizens, and minimize conflict
as a study aide to remember the order in which the countries gained independence.
What was one reason for the conflict referred to in this report? 14C
The International Criminal Court issued warrants for suspected war criminals living in the region.
Different groups had competing claims over land in the region.
Ethnic groups competed for control of the region’s natural resources.
The United Nations imposed immigration reforms in some countries in the region.
_____________ is an organization of states that share certain legal and economic structures, including a common market and currency. Citizens of member countries may travel to another member countries without passports. (WG. 14C)
European Union (EU)
League of Nations
United Nations (UN)
Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS)
The _______________ is an international organization dedicated to fostering cooperation in international law, social progress, human rights, and aspirations to achieve world peace. (WG.14C)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
World Trade Organization (WTO)
United Nations (UN)
European Union (EU)
____________________ is an organization of states that share certain legal and economic structures, including a common market and currency. Citizens of member countries may travel to other member countries without passports. (WG.14C)
League of Nations
European Union (EU)
United Nations (UN)
Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS)
What environmental issue is referred to in the map below?
Acid Rain in Germany
Air pollution in the UK
Nuclear disaster in Chernobyl
Deforestation in Russia
One natural cause of Germany's acid rain problem is
People haven't completely stopped driving cars.
Air currents spread the toxins from other countries in Europe.
People continue to litter.
Solar and wind power sources are not being used.
Which are causes of acid rain?
coal burning factories
solar power sources
farms and forests
wind turbines blowing poison gases
What is the main contributor to air pollution in the UK today?
automobile emissions
nuclear energy
human health hazards
coal burning fires
What was one effect of the Chernobyl nuclear explosion?
Nuclear power plants everywhere were closed.
Drinking water was contaminated.
People got sick but not animals.
Air pollution began to improve.
What did the government do to try to help the nuclear problem in Chernobyl?
They didn't do anything because there was no solution at all.
They all agreed to stop using nuclear power.
They buried the reactor and materials in concrete.
They moved the reactors to the exclusion zone.
What is the primary environmental issue in Germany?
Smog
Acid rain
Nuclear disaster
Zombie outbreak
All of the following are causes of air pollution and acid rain except
burning fossil fuels like coal
manufacturing
vehicle emissions into the air
solar, wind and water power
What made the nuclear disaster in Chernobyl occur?
A power surge chilled the water too quickly
A squirrel chewed a power wire
An employee spilled a slushie on the power panel
Nuclear reactor 4 exploded
The Euro is the currency used in what economic union?
Economic alliance created with the goal to increase member nations economies & prevent wars.
FBI
FEMA
The Columbian Exchange
European Union
Most countries in Europe, the US, and Canada belong to a political organization that promises to act as one in times of military conflict. This group is called...
NAFTA
NATO
EU
This type of economic system relies on habit, ritual, and custom when it comes to allocating resources.
Market
Command
Mixed-Market
Traditional
This type of economic system involves complete government control when it comes to allocating resources.
Market
Command
Mixed-Market
Traditional
This type of economic system involves businesses and individuals making all decisions when it comes to allocating resources.
Market
Command
Mixed-Market
Traditional
This type of economic system involves businesses and individuals sharing decision making with the government when it comes to allocating resources.
Market
Command
Mixed-Market
Traditional
Which economic system does the goals of freedom, growth, efficiency, and sustainability belong to?
Market
Command
Which economic system does the goals of equity, security, full employment, and stability belong to?
Market
Command
Microsoft releasing the Xbox Series X, while discontinuing the making of the Xbox 360 due to lack of consumption is an example of what characteristic?
Private Ownership
Consumer sovereignty
Profit Motive
Government Regulation
David Wright owning and operating Jurassic Subs is an example of what characteristic?
Private Ownership
Consumer sovereignty
Profit Motive
Government Regulation
Companies must follow certain guidelines for safety or they risk being shut down. This is an example of what characteristic?
Private Ownership
Consumer sovereignty
Profit Motive
Government Regulation
This economic goal includes being able to choose your job and how to spend your money.
Economic Growth
Economic Sustainability
Economic Freedom
Profit Motive
Business is booming! My PPE business that sales face masks and shields can't make enough to keep up with demand! This is an example of what goal?
Economic Freedom
Efficiency
Economic Growth
Economic Sustainability
China is expected to continue to grow for many years to come. In 2030 it is expect it will grow beyond the size of the US economy. This is an example of what goal?
Economic Freedom
Profit Motive
Economic Growth
Economic Sustainability
The Inuit use all parts of the Narwals they hunt; including their bones, skin, and fat. Nothing is wasted. This is an example of what goal?
Economic Freedom
Economic Equity
Economic Security
Economic Efficiency
A communist government trying to make things fair amongst their citizens, decides to pay all citizens the same wage. This is an example of what goal?
Economic Efficiency
Economic Equity
Economic Growth
Full employment
The United States provided a stimulus check up to $1200 to those in need during the pandemic. This safety net refers to what economic goal?
Economic Security
Economic Equity
Full Employment
Price Stability
In North Korea, the government assigns you a job which you prepare for starting at birth. You are not allowed to quit, but at-least you have a job. This is an example of what goal?
Economic Freedom
Economic Efficiency
Full Employment
Economic Security
During the pandemic, the prices have been relatively stable. The government has punished those who tried to raise prices on items such as hand sanitizer and toilet paper. This is an example of what goal?
Economic Freedom
Economic Equity
Full Employment
Price Stability
