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All of the following are major European ethnic groups except __________.

A
Celtic
B
Germanic
C
Slavic
D
Iberian
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Consider the geography of the Iberian Peninsula. How would an invading army most likely have to invade Spain?

A
Spain most likely would be invaded by sea because the Pyrenees physically isolates Spain from the rest of Europe.
B
Spain most likely would be invaded by land because the boot-shaped peninsula gives Spain a rugged coastline.
C
Spain most likely would be invaded by land because the cliffs of the fjords are far too steep and rocky to be scaled.
D
Spain most likely would be invaded by both land and sea because the Strait of Gibraltar provides sand bar access to Spain from Morocco during low tide.
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Analyze the map below and answer the question that follows. According to the climate map above, the __________ have a highland climate.

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Pyrenees
B
Alps
C
Norwegian fjords
D
Ural Mountains
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Which of the following countries was not part of the heavily industrialized Black Triangle of Eastern Europe?

A
Poland
B
the United Kingdom
C
the Czech Republic
D
East Germany
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In the Netherlands, land that has been reclaimed from the sea is called a __________.

A
dike
B
polder
C
peninsula
D
fjord
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__________ are strong winds that roll off of the southern slopes of the Alps toward the Mediterranean Sea.

A
Polders
B
Foehns
C
Mistrals
D
Siroccos
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European countries officially created a __________ when they established the EEC.

A
common language
B
homogenous society
C
common market
D
management program for heavy industry
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In Scotland, many lakes and inlets are called __________.

A
polders
B
fjords
C
lochs
D
mistrals
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What are three differences between the Ashkenazi and Sephardic Jewish cultures of Europe?

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In a paragraph of at least five sentences, explain what the Eurovision Song Contest is. Why do you think it is so popular? How is it an example of Europeanization?

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While staying in Sicily on a vacation, you have to evacuate because of a potential natural disaster occurring at Mount Etna. Based on what you learned about Mount Etna, which danger would you most likely be facing?

A
an avalanche
B
a mudslide
C
a volcanic eruption
D
a flood
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An important part of the Schuman Plan was to end a longstanding French and German rivalry. Why was this considered vital to bringing lasting peace to Europe?

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What was one important effect of the Renaissance on European culture?

A
a sense of common heritage based on classical Greek and Roman civilizations
B
the development of steel and other influential technologies
C
the establishment of communist and democratic blocs in Europe
D
the creation of the European Union
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Analyze the photo below and answer the question that follows. Image by Markus Braun Many European nations have invested in improving sources of renewable and alternative energy. The panels on this German house are harvesting __________.

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A
nuclear power
B
solar power
C
wind power
D
hydroelectricity
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The Gulf Stream is a major ocean current. Where does this current travel, and how does it affect climate conditions in Europe?

Answer:

Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: (Students’ responses should identify the Gulf Stream’s location in the north Atlantic Ocean.) The Gulf Stream, located in the north Atlantic Ocean, has an important effect on climate, transportation by sea, and the circulation of nutrients and waste in the ocean. It works together with the North Atlantic Drift to bring warm air from equatorial regions across Europe. This changes Europe’s climate by providing mild temperatures and more rain. As a result, farmers can grow more crops, and fewer freezing temperatures damage goods.

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In which of the following countries does a majority of the population practice Islam? i. Pakistan ii. India iii. Indonesia

A
i. only
B
i. and iii. only
C
ii. and iii. only
D
i., ii., and iii.
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Which of the following statements about religion in China is true?

A
The official religion in China is Christianity, but many people practice Islam.
B
The official religion in China is Buddhism, but people also practice Taoism and Hinduism.
C
The country of China is officially atheist, but people practice Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, Hinduism, and Islam.
D
China is split between practitioners of Hinduism and Islam, a divide that has lead to many wars and ultimately resulted in the country splitting along religious lines.
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Which of the following statements best chatagorizes Maori-European relations?

A
The Maori majority continues to dominate New Zealand politically and economically, and those of European decent have struggled to gain equality.
B
The European majority in New Zealand have made no efforts to make amends for injustices towards the Maori in the nation’s past, so relations remain strained.
C
The nation is one of the few colonies that enjoyed peaceful and fair dealings between native peoples and European settlers throughout its history.
D
Significant progress has been made in recent years between those of Maori and European decent in New Zealand, and relations have improved.
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Which of the following bodies of water is a saltwater lake that is located between Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan and is shrinking?

A
the Aral Sea
B
Lake Baikal
C
the Caspian Sea
D
the Yellow Sea
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Why are monsoons important to the people of India?

A
They limit the effects of desertification.
B
They cause flash floods and can erode soil.
C
They are an important source of water for irrigation.
D
They cool off unbearably hot temperatures.

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