Vocab Unit 7 Flashcards
Ethnic
Relating to a group of people who share common cultural traits, language, history, or ancestry.
Unification
The process of joining together seperate regions or groups into one single, unified entity or country.
Carthage
An ancient city-state in North Africa, known for its powerful trading empire and conflicts with Rome in the Punic wars.
Scandinavia
A region in Northern Europe that includes Norway, Sweden, and Demark, known for its unique cultural and historical heritage.
Glacier
A large, slow-moving mass of ice, made from packed snow, found in polar regions and high mountains.
Fjord
A deep, narrow sea inlet with steep cliffs, typically formed from glacier erosion, common in Norway.
Balkans
A peninsula and cultural region in Southeastern Europe, including countries like Greece, Albania, Bulgaria, and parts of the former Yugoslavia.
Iberian
Referring to the Iberian Peninsula, which includes Spain and Portugal, in Southwestern Europe.
The Alps
A major mountain range in Europe that stretches across 8 countries, known for its high peaks, and is a popular location for skiing, and tourism
Uplands
Elevated regions of land, often hilly or mountainous, that are higher than the surrounding area.
Scottish Highlands
A mountainous region in Northern Scotland, known for its rugged landscapes and distinct cultural history.
Traverse
To cross or travel across a specific area, especially challenging terrain.
Danube River
One of Europe’s longest rivers, flowing from Germany to the Black Sea, passing through several central and Eastern European countries.
Rhine River
A major European river that flows from Switzerland through Germany and the Netherlands, playing a vital role in European commerce and transport.
