physical geography
All of the following are the five major peninsulas of Europe except?
Jutland
Iberian
Italian
Scandinavian
Italian
Why are windmills important to the Netherlands?
they drain the water from the land so they can plant
what ideas did the Romans and Greeks provide future civilizations?
political systems
democracy
republic
What was one consequence of communism?
lack of technology upkeep
How do Rivers affect the early settlements and people in Europe?
they connect people for trade
the land was a good site for a port
What two things divide western Europe in culture?
Language
religion
waht was a time of renewed interest in the arts and learning that lasted through the 16th century?
the renaissance
How do mountains and uplands affect the movement of people and goods?
they cut off people from reaching a new area
or
They cut off people from trade
What has caused the deforestation of much of Europe?
Wales, Scotland, and?
Ireland
How was Greece different from other territories that were conquered by Rome?
it retained its own language
What effect do ocean currents and winds have on much of Europe?
Creates a mild climate
influences the north Atlantic Drift
Why would economic diversity be beneficial to western Europe ?
If one portion of the economy fails the entire economy does not fail
What major empires ruled parts of Eastern Europe?
Ottoman Empire
Byzantine Empire
Ancient Rome
What is the major organization that binds Europe together in the economy?
The European Union
How did the presence of coal and iron contribute to pollution in some regions?
it caused pollution
What slowed the development of southern Italy?
lack of access to the rest of Europe to trade
What religions are commonly found in Europe?
Catholicism, orthodox Christianity
how could you describe the political changes the happened between 1949 and 2010 in Eastern Europe?
The communist countries broke apart and became independent nations