Portuguese Landscape
Name 1 region of Portugal.
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Name the country that borders Portugal.
Spain
Name 1 of the 3 major cities in Portugal. (Must have an airport)
Lisbon, Porto, Faro
Name one environmental challenge that Portugal faces.
Earthquakes, fires, tsunamis, drought, etc
What are some sustainable resources Portugal does?
Recycling, water conservation, and reducing pollution
Which region of Portugal is known for its beaches?
Algarve.
Name the ocean that is to the West of Portugal.
The Atlantic Ocean
What city in Portugal is known for its beautiful beaches and is located in the Southwestern part of Portugal?
Lagos
When are fires most likely to occur in Portugal?
Summer
Name 1 renewable energy source Portugal uses?
Wind and Solar power
Describe the landscape of Alentejo.
Dry, hills, a lot of farming
Where is Portugal located (directionally) in Europe?
Southeast Europe
What city is located in Portugal that is the capital and is known for its bright, yellow trams?
Lisbon
What causes Earthquakes to occur?
The tectonic plates pushing each other, slipping, and then causing for a crack to occur in the Earth's crust.
How does Portugal encourage biodiversity? Name 1 way.
Protected areas, wildlife sanctuaries, and conversation projects
Say directionally where the mountainous location of Portugal is located?
In the North.
Name two bodies of water that Portugal touches.
The Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Cadiz
What city in Portugal is known for its Port Wine?
Porto
Name a solution Portugal has implemented to try to stop droughts.
Reducing water usage
Why does Portugal invest in sustainable solutions?
To reduce carbon emissions and promote a cleaner environment.
Name the tallest mountain in Portugal.
Serra da Estrela.
Which peninsula is Portugal located on?
The Iberian Peninsula.
Which is the most populous city in Portugal?
Lisbon
Yes, if an underwater earthquake occurs then it can trigger a tsunami.
What two things does the biodiversity conversation efforts aim to protect?
Portugal's flora and fauna