Brazil
Which European country has historically influenced Brazil?
Portugal
What is the primary economic activity in Venezuela and Colombia’s Tropical North region?
Oil Production
Which natural boundary divides Europe and Asia?
The Ural Mountains
Which mountain ranges form natural boundaries between Western and Southern Europe?
The Alps and Pyrenees
What group of Scandinavian explorers is famous for their exploration and trade?
The Vikings
What is the name of Brazil's longest river, essential for transportation?
The Amazon River
What factors contributed to the wealth of the Inca Empire?
Gold and silver resources
How did the Industrial Revolution change the population distribution in rural and urban areas?
Caused a shift from rural areas to urban areas as factories and jobs drew people into cities.
What is the European Union, and when was it founded?
A political and economic union of European countries founded in 1993 with the aim of fostering economic cooperation and political stability.
What is used in Reykjavík, Iceland as a form of heating?
Many homes and businesses in Reykjavík, Iceland use Geothermal energy for heating
What are favelas, and where are they commonly found in Brazil?
low-income communities or slums, often found on the outskirts of major cities, especially in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.
What causes mountains, such as the Andes to form?
Tectonic plate movement and continental collision
What is NATO, and when was it established?
(North Atlantic Treaty Organization) is a military alliance established in 1949 between the United States and its allies.
Name examples of Incan technology and engineering.
Irrigation systems for farming, suspension bridges, advanced road networks, and tunnel construction.
When did countries in Eastern Europe fully gain independence from Soviet control?
1991: The official dissolution of the Soviet Union, which marked the end of Soviet control over its satellite states.
What are some activities that are important to Brazilian culture?
soccer (football), carnival, samba dancing, and Capoeira (a Brazilian martial art that combines dance and acrobatics).
Which countries were united to create Grand Colombia. Who united them?
Simon Bolivar united Venezuela, Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador to combine and create Grand Colombia.
What is the Industrial Revolution? Where did it begin?
It was a period of rapid industrial growth and technological advancements, and it began in Britain in the late 18th century.
Which nations joined the EU as founding members?
France, West Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Italy, United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark, Greece, Spain, and Portugal.
What are the capitals of the following countries: Spain, Czech Republic, Italy, Scotland, Belarus, Greece, Hungary, and Poland?
Madrid, Prague, Rome, Edinburgh, Minsk, Athens, Budapest, Warsaw
Which ethnic groups make up the Brazilian population?
The Brazilian population is a mix of European, African, and Native American ancestry, with many people also having Asian roots, especially Japanese.
Which country is home to the Galápagos Islands, and why are they historically significant?
Ecuador. They are significant because they were studied by Charles Darwin and helped him develop his theory of evolution by natural selection.
What does homogeneous mean? Which European region can be used as an example?
The population shares similar cultural traits; Scandinavia is a good example of a homogeneous region.
When did countries in Eastern Europe start to gain independence from Soviet control?
1989: An important year when many Eastern European countries, including Poland, Hungary, East Germany, Czechoslovakia, and Romania, experienced revolutions or significant political shifts. Marking the beginning of their independence from Soviet control.
What is the name of the vast, flat area that covers much of Western Europe?
The Northern European Plain