Europe and Russia Physical Geography

1.

1 point

How do Russia's size, climate, and few navigable rivers affect its economy?

It is the richest nation on earth.

It can easily transport goods to Asia.

Its natural resources are difficult to use.

Its land is not suitable for agriculture.

2.

1 point

Using the map at this link http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/pcpn/us_precip.gif, which choice best describes the subject of this map?

Average yearly precipitation in the United States

Average yearly temperature in the United States

Average land color of the United States

3.

1 point

How do the population densities of Europe and Russia compare?

Europe and Russia have very high population densities.

Europe has higher population density than most of the world, and Russia's is lower.

Europe and Russia have slightly lower population densities than the rest of the world.

Europe has low population density, while Russia has very high population density.

4.

1 point

Which statement describes the effect of the North Atlantic Current on northwestern Europe?

The N.A.C. brings storms and hurricanes.

The N.A.C. brings snowbelts known as "current effect."

The N.A.C. carries cold water and ice.

The N.A.C. brings warm water and winds.

5.

1 point

What landform is shared by both Europe and Russia?

North European Plain

Alpine Mountain System

Central Uplands

West Siberian Plain

6.

1 point

Which statement best compares Europe and Russia?

Russia is a large country, Europe is a small country.

They are approximately the same size.

Europe is a small continent, Russia is the largest country.

Europe and Russia are medium-sized continents.

7.

1 point

Which of the following IS NOT a major vegetation region of Russia?

Grasslands

Forests

Tundra

Mediterranean

8.

1 point

Using the map at this link http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/pcpn/us_precip.gif, how many precipitation regions does Michigan have?

0

1

2

3

9.

1 point

Why is most of Russia's industry WEST of the Ural mountains?

Most of Russia's iron ore is west of the Urals.

Natural resources east of the Urals cannot be mined.

Siberian rivers flow toward Russia's major cities.

The area west of the Ural Mountains has few people.

10.

1 point

Areas of Europe that are east of mountains receive

snow

heavy rainfall

little sunlight

little rainfall

11.

1 point

Which of the following IS NOT an important river in Europe?

Nile

Thames

Volga

Rhine

12.

1 point

How have Western Europe's peninsulas and bays affected the economies there?

Many hurricanes have struck these countries.

Countries have been able to manufacture more automobiles.

Most European economies are based on fishing.

The countries have become leaders in the shipping industry.

13.

1 point

Which of the following IS NOT one of the most important resources of Europe?

Timber

Water

Fertile Soil

Fuels

14.

1 point

Using the map at this link http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/pcpn/us_precip.gif, what is the average rainfall per year for Detroit?

10 to 15 inches

30 to 35 inches

50 to 60 inches

It is impossible to determine

15.

1 point

Which statement describes the effect of Siberia's climate on life in the region?

Few people live in Siberia.

Siberia is an important center of trade.

Many people live in Siberia.

Many major cities are located in Siberia.

16.

1 point

Using the map at this link http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/pcpn/us_precip.gif, which state has the least rainfall? (If you don't know the names of the states, find a map on the internet.)

Nevada

Michigan

Florida

Texas

17.

1 point

What landform covers about half of Europe?

The North European Plain

The Himalaya Mountains

The Scandinavian Peninsula

The Central Plainlands