European Physical Geography
European Human Geography
European Cultures
European Achievements
Wild Card
100
What geographic feature most likely explains the difference between the languages spoken in Germany and Italy?
The Alps
100
What is the absolute location of Paris, France?
49°N, 2°E
100
Architecture from which culture has been adopted as the classical style for buildings throughout Europe and the United States?
Ancient Greek culture
100
Homer's Odyssey originated in ancient Greece and tells the timeless story of —
a hero's journey.
100
True or False Human migration can cause the blending of the languages and cultural practices of different cultures.
True
200
Look for the country labeled W on the map. What country is this?
Spain
200
50°N, 20°E is located in —
Poland.
200
Use the table below to answer the question.
A report about ancient Greek contributions to philosophy would MOST likely discuss the people listed in which column of the table?
Table A
200
Based on the picture above, what universal theme is depicted in Michelangelo's painting?
Humanity's relationship to the divine
200
Why do people settle where natural resources are plentiful?
Because natural resources provide economic opportunities
300
Look for the country labeled X on the map. What country is this?
United Kingdom
300
What capital is closest to 38°N, 24°E?
Athens, Greece
300
Three main types of columns—Corinthian, Ionic, and Doric—were used in ancient Greece.
The pictures give the MOST information about ancient Greek achievements in
architecture.
300
What contributed MOST to ancient Rome’s ability to conquer and govern much of western Europe?
Roads
300
The Taj Mahal, the Colosseum of Rome, and the Great Pyramid of Giza are MOST related to which part of culture?
building styles
400
Look for the country labeled Y on the map. What country is this?
France
400
What capital located at the approximate location of 41N and 5W?
Madrid, Spain
400
Which God was the King of the Gods in Greek Mythology?
Zeus
400
Which agricultural innovation from the Mesopotamians made farming easier?
Irrigation
400
The uses of coins instead of bartering would make it easier to do what economic activity?
Buy and Sell things
500
Look for the country labeled Z on the map. What country is this?
Italy
500
What capital is located at approximately 53N and 12E?
Berlin, Germany
500
What innovation helped the Vikings explore distant lands and trade with almost all of Europe?
The Longship
500
What was “reborn” during the Renaissance?
arts, philosophy, culture
500
What would we call a group that had foods, religion and languages in common?
A culture