Western Europe Geography

Question 1

The large auto industry contributes to the overall economic success of __________, the most populated country in Europe.

Accepted Answer

Germany

Question 2

Artists from _________ were first to transition from painting royal or religious subjects to everyday people and things.

Accepted Answer

Netherlands

Question 3

The European Union and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) both have their headquarters in ___________.

Accepted Answer

Belgium

Question 4

All of the following are true of the North Sea EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

it borders the French Riviera

Question 5

The Scandinavian Peninsula

Accepted Answer

has one of the highest tax rates in the world.

Question 6

The ____________ River flows East from the Alps to the Adriatic Sea, irrigating one of Europe's most productive regions.

Accepted Answer

Po

Question 7

The smallest independent state/nation in the world is

Accepted Answer

Vatican City.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT true of the Northern European Plain?

Accepted Answer

has fertile soil due to ancient volcanic activity

Question 9

Spain and Portugal are part of the ________________ Peninsula.

Accepted Answer

Iberian

Question 10

Mount Etna is famous for its

Accepted Answer

status as Europe's most active volcano.

Question 11

The _______________ River flows North from the Alps and empties into the North Sea.

Accepted Answer

Rhine

Question 12

Which country is famous for its classical musicians, including Mozart?

Accepted Answer

Austria

Question 13

The __________ sea is one of the world's most seismically active locations.

Accepted Answer

Ionian

Question 14

This island is rated in the top five healthiest places to live, with more centurians per capita than anywhere.

Accepted Answer

Sardinia

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT part of Great Britain?

Accepted Answer

Northern Ireland

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