European Culture
Most European art during the Middle Ages focused on this subject.
Religion
Is population density in Europe generally higher or lower than in the United States?
Higher
What currency is used by many countries in the European Union?
The euro
What is one major effect of Europe’s aging population?
More workers are needed to replace retirees
What term means an artistic, musical, or literary form or category?
Genre
What invention made books available to far more people in Europe?
The printing press
In which part of Europe do most people speak Slavic languages?
Eastern Europe
Which power controlled much of Eastern Europe after World War II?
The Soviet Union
How did the fall of communism affect migration in Europe?
People moved from Eastern Europe to Western Europe
A regional form or variation of a language is called a what?
Dialect
Which musical period came first: Classical, Romantic, or Baroque?
Baroque
How do cuisines in cooler regions of Europe generally differ from those in warmer regions?
Cooler regions use heavier foods and meats; warmer regions use lighter foods, olives, tomatoes, and seafood
What are the three branches of the European Union’s government?
Executive, legislative, and judicial
Why would the formation of the Common Market encourage trade?
It reduced trade barriers and tariffs
What term means the traditions or beliefs that are part of a people’s history?
Heritage
What did many early-20th-century writers and artists have in common?
They experimented with new styles and broke from tradition
What geographic factor helps explain why bread is important in Ukrainian cuisine?
Grain-growing regions and fertile plains
What requirement must countries meet to join the European Union regarding government?
They must have a stable democracy that respects human rights
Why do many Eastern European countries want to adopt the euro?
It promotes stability, trade, and easier travel
What word describes a basic food that is regularly part of people’s diets?
Staple
Why did Renaissance paintings generally appear more realistic than medieval paintings?
Artists used perspective and studied anatomy and light
What does the spread of ingredients from other regions into European dishes show about European culture?
Trade and cultural exchange influenced local traditions
What did Greece and Ireland agree to do in 2010 to help manage their debts?
Accept loans and austerity measures to reduce debt
How has Europe’s aging population led to increased immigration?
Countries need workers to fill labor shortages
What technique did Renaissance painters use to create the illusion of depth and distance?
Perspective