Peninsulas & Islands
Europe is called the “Peninsula of ______.”
Peninsulas
The Alps are part of which land region?
Alpine Region
How many miles of coastline does Europe have?
24,000 miles
Name two important rivers in Europe
The Danube and The Rhine
Most of Europe is in which climate zone?
Humid Temperate
Which countries are on the Iberian Peninsula?
Spain & Portugal
What is the Northern European Plain known for?
Fertile farmland
Walking 25 miles per day, how long would it take to walk Europe’s coast?
Over 4 years
What is a canal?
A human-made water passage for travel, shipping, irrigation
This warm ocean current keeps Europe’s coasts mild.
North Atlantic Drift
This peninsula looks like a boot.
Italian Peninsula
These uplands stretch from the Scandinavian Peninsula to Spain.
Western Uplands
Which ancient civilizations flourished because of maritime trade?
Greece & Rome
Which country is the “Canal Champion” with 3,000+ miles?
The Netherlands
The hot, dry wind from the Sahara that brings humidity to southern Europe.
Sirocco
What two islands form the British Isles?
Great Britain & Ireland
Which region has forests, hills, and plateaus, but isn’t as high as the Alps?
Central Uplands
The Dutch built these to hold back the ocean.
Dikes
Rivers are often described as Europe’s major transportation ______.
Highways
This strong, cold wind blows in France’s Rhône Valley.
Mistral
Which peninsula is famous for its fjords and forests?
Scandinavian Peninsula
Which mountains cross France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany, Slovenia, and Liechtenstein?
The Alps
The land reclaimed from the sea by the Dutch is called a ______.
Polder
Besides transportation, canals and rivers are also vital for what?
Agriculture & shipping goods
Name two other climate zones in Europe besides humid temperate.
Mediterranean & Polar / Humid Continental