General Facts Flashcards
1
Q
Europe and Asia combined is called?
A
Eurasia.
2
Q
Most easily recognizable peninsula
A
Italian peninsula
3
Q
Largest island in Europe
A
Great Britain
4
Q
Westernmost island in Europe
A
Iceland
5
Q
Most prominent mountain range
A
Alps
6
Q
Highest peak
A
My. Elbruse
7
Q
Longest river
A
Volga
8
Q
2nd longest river
A
Danube
9
Q
What is Europe known as?
A
The birthplace of western civilization.
10
Q
Lowest point in Europe
A
Caspian Sea
11
Q
Europe’s climates
A
Tundra,mediterranean, and humid continental.
12
Q
Europe’s population density
A
195 people per square mile
13
Q
Europe’s most important water way
A
Rhine
14
Q
Highest peak in the Alps
A
Mt. Blanc
15
Q
Two smallest nations in Europe
A
Andoria and Monaco
