European Geography
What's the name of the mountains above Italy?
The Alps
What is the SS term for farmable land?
arable
In what European city was smog a major environmental problem?
London
Who is the person responsible for founding/spreading Christianity?
Jesus Christ
What is the place of worship for the Christian religion?
Church
What two countries make up the Iberian Peninsula?
Spain & Portugal
What is the really long sea in Southern Europe called?
Mediterranean Sea
Where did the world's worst nuclear disaster take place?
Chernobyl, Ukraine
What are followers of Islam called?
Muslims
What is the holy book of Christianity called?
Bible
Name a European country that is also located in Asia.
Russia
The Star of David is a symbol for what religion?
Judaism
Why is acid rain an environmental issue?
Acid rain can kill trees, pollute rivers, destroy statues and buildings, and kill fish, plants and other wildlife.
What is the holy book of the Jews called?
Torah
What is the holy book of Muslims called?
Koran or Qur'an
Why is the weather on the western side of Europe usually mild?
The Gulf Stream
The ground in Russia is iced over for much of the year. What is this called?
Permafrost
What's the main cause of acid rain in Germany?
Coal burning factories and automobile emissions.
What is the place of worship for the Islamic religion called?
Mosque
What is the place of worship for Judaism called?
Synagogue or Temple
What physical feature is where most of the farming takes place in Europe?
European Plain
Name 2 languages that people must learn to speak who live on the Iberian peninsula.
Spanish & Portuguese
Why are other European countries concerned about pollution in neighboring countries?
Because the wind could carry the pollution to their countries.
What person is an important part of Judaism, Christianity & Islam?
Abraham
Judaism, Christianity & Islam all worship one God. Therefore, they're known as what?
Monotheistic