Government & Economy
Economic prosperity in West Berlin was a result of-
Freedoms allowed by limited government
How did the exploration and colonization of the Americas impact European countries?
New goods, raw materials, and precious metals came to Europe
French high-speed rail lines
German superhighways called autobahns
Rail line beneath the English Channel
These are examples of what-
Improvements in transportation infrastructure
Which of the following best characterizes the Renaissance?
A period of artistic and intellectual activity that began in Italy and spread throughout Europe
Millions of people died in concentration camps during World War II because Hitler blamed them for Germany's problems. This event is known as the -
Holocaust
Austria, France and Germany countries characteristics like life expectancy, infant mortality and literacy rate attributed to-
quality healthcare
In 1993, twelve European countries formed the European Union. The primary goal of this union was to -
strengthen trade among the countries of Europe
The majority of the population of the United Kingdom works in service industries. Which of these is an example of a service industry?
Health care
Rich fishing ground for the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. The _________ has long been important for trade between the United Kingdom and the rest of Europe.
Rhine River
What event contributed most directly to the United States entering World War II?
Bombing of Pearl Harbor
Which of these best describes the form of government in Great Britain?
Constitutional Monarchy
What mountain ranges are found in Europe
The Alps & Pyrenees
Industry developed and cities grew rapidly would effect what?
A middle class grew and the standard of living rose
Which countries are considered to be a part of Western Europe?
The United Kingdom is one of the leading fishing nations in the world because--
The United Kingdom is surrounded by water
The United States and Germany are both democratic republics. Which of the following is a responsibility of citizens in both countries?
Electing representatives to legislatures
Transportation Corridor
High Speed train Eurostar
Connects Britain to France
Tunnel under English Channel
Which transportation corridor is the list referring to
Chunnel
Italian astronomer Galileo's improvement of the telescope contributed most directly to the--
Development of modern astronomy
Norway is considered Europe's biggest exporter of oil as a result of the --
discovery of petroleum in the North Sea
What treaty was signed to end World War I?
Versailles
What country is known for large working population and higher standard of living
Andorra
The Alps form the northern border of Italy and separate the Italian peninsula from the rest of Europe. These mountains best reflect which of the following?
A barrier that served as a natural defense
Which of these best reflects the goal of the European Union?
to build peace and prosperity among its member states
One benefit to having one currency like the Euro in the European Union is
people can travel more easily when many countries accept the same currency
What do the 12 golden stars on a blue background represent?
Unity, solidarity, and harmony among the people of Europe