Europe Geography Challenge: Iceland

What is the capital of Iceland?

• Stockholm

• Copenhagen

• Reykjavík

• Oslo

What is the official language of Iceland?

• Icelandic

• English

• Danish

• German

What is the form of government in Iceland?

• Constitutional monarchy

• Constitutional republic

• Parliamentary democracy

• Dictatorship

What percentage of Iceland is covered in glacial ice?

• 5%

• 23%

• 11%

• 17%

Which volcano erupted in 2010, disrupting European air traffic?

• Katla

• Eyjafjallajokull

• Hekla

• Bardarbunga

Where is Iceland located?

• North Atlantic Ocean

• Mediterranean Sea

• Arctic Ocean

• Baltic Sea

What is the average ice thickness of Vatnajökull, the ice field in southeastern Iceland?

• 500 feet

• 2,000 feet

• 3,000 feet

• 1,000 feet

What is the main source of electricity and heating in Iceland?

• Nuclear power

• Coal

• Hydroelectric power

• Natural gas

What is the climate of Iceland like?

• Mediterranean

• Temperate

• Tropical

• Arctic

What is Iceland known for?

• Sandy beaches

• Ancient pyramids

• Explosive geysers

• Tropical rainforests