Countries Flashcards

1
Q

A small island nation that consists of great Britain and Northern Ireland

A

United Kingdom

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2
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Includes England, Scotland, and Whales.

A

Great Britain

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3
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Capital of United Kingdom, a world center for trade and banking.

A

London, England

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4
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A current of warm ocean water that flows by the British Isles and keeps the temperatures mild.

A

Gulf Stream

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5
Q

What are the two zones of Great Britain?

A

Highland Zone (north and west)

Lowland Zone (south and east)

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6
Q

What natural resources are found in Great Britain?

A

Coal, oil, and natural gas

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7
Q

Where are Great Britain’s natural resources found?

A

in the mountainous highland zone

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8
Q

What percentage of British people work in agriculture?

A

1%

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9
Q

How much food does Great Britain import?

A

About 1/3.

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10
Q

Where do most British citizens live?

A

urban areas

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11
Q

Many British work in service industries like:

A

Banking, insurance, and tourism

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