Location
Describe the location of Russia.
east Europe (and northern Asia).
Where do most people in Russia, the UK, and Germany live? Why?
In urban areas where many of Europe’s jobs are located, such as in manufacturing or in the service industry
The UK, Germany, and Russia all have the energy resources of OIL and NATURAL GAS. Russia’s oil and natural gas is found in the Ural Mts. and in Siberia. Where are Germany’s and the UK’s oil and natural gas found?
Northern European Plain
Germany has two climates on separate sides of the country. Side A has warm summers and mild winters. What is Side A?
Western Germany
Which 2 countries experience abundant rainfall?
United Kingdom and Germany
How many continents does Russia cover? What are the continents?
2, Europe and Asia
A large part of the population of Russia live on the __________ side because the climate is warmer and more comfortable. The ________ side is very cold and has a lot of permafrost.
1 European side 2 Asian side
The UK, Germany, and Russia all have this as a natural resource – it allows for agriculture!
Arable land
Germany's country has 2 different climates depending on which side of the country you are on. Side B has colder winters and longer hotter summers. What is Side B?
Eastern Side
Country A has seaports that are open all year long. This country is also surrounded by water. What country is this
United Kingdom
The geographic location of the United Kingdom, as an island country, makes it a great place for _______. Why?
TRADE - because it is located on the water, and is able to trade with many continents and countries.
How does climate impact where people live?
Most people live where there is a comfortable climate.
Russia has huge boreal forests that stretch across the southern region of Siberia. What natural resource does this provide?
Timber
How many seasons does Russia have? What are they?
2 Summer and Winter
Two countries have 4 seasons, but one country only has 2 seasons. What are the countries names?
2 countries - Germany and United Kingdom
1 country - Russia
Western Germany and the United Kingdom's climate are effected by the _______ _______.
Gulf Stream
In the United Kingdom, the highest population is found in urban areas. Most of the people, 80%, work in the __________ industry.
Service - jobs where people receive a service, tourism, healthcare, education, banking, insurance
Where are many of the natural resources in Russia found?
Arctic Ocean Winds
Country A is using its natural resources. However, it is a concern that the country may run out if continuing at this rate. Country B has a lot of natural resources, but it is hard to access the natural resources due to permafrost and the cold climate. What are country A and B?
A - United Kingdom
B - Russia
What is located around the coast of the United Kingdom that is very important for buying and selling goods with other countries?
Seaports
Why do many people live in urban areas?
Because there are a lot of job opportunities in areas with businesses and factories
What makes it hard to retrieve the natural resources in Russia?
Permafrost and harsh cold climate
What is permafrost?
Permanently frozen soil
Which country borders Asia and which country borders France?
Russia and Germany