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

A
Celtic
B
Germanic
C
Slavic
D
Iberian
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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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What steps are being taken to address the environmental challenges brought on by industrialization in Europe? Describe two examples of renewable forms of energy.

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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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Societies in which one major, dominant ethnic group comprises most of the population are referred to as __________ cultures.

A
genetically balanced
B
heterogeneous
C
homogeneous
D
genetically diverse
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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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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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The Gulf Stream is a major ocean current. Where does this current travel, and how does it affect climate conditions in Europe?

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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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You are going to visit friends living on Italy's coast. You'll be visiting an area with a Mediterranean climate and a chaparral ecosystem. What will you pack? Based on what you know about this geographic location and its climate, explain your wardrobe decisions.

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The European Union established a __________ called the euro.

A
pop culture competition
B
common currency
C
homogenous culture
D
common language
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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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In this lesson, we discussed the Black Triangle and the effect of industrialization on Europe's environment. How can industrialization harm the environment? In a short paragraph, describe two environmental issues related to industrialization.

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In Scotland, many lakes and inlets are called __________.

A
polders
B
fjords
C
lochs
D
mistrals

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