Physical features of countries in Europe | Exit Quiz | Oak National Academy

What does scale on a map show?

• How distance on the map compares to the actual distance on the ground.

• The height of the land.

• The direction of an area.

• The population size on the map.

Answer explanation

Maps are made using very different scales to allow us to zoom in and out of places.

A key on a map explains what the symbols on the map mean.

• true

• false

Answer explanation

The key provides information to help us understand the symbols, colours and lines used by cartographers on maps.

What physical features are seen in Northern Europe?

• glaciers

• fjords

• hot deserts

• warm seas

Answer explanation

Fjords and glaciers are found the cold northern climates in Northern Europe.

Which of these mountain ranges are in Europe?

• the Himalayas

• the Pyrenees

• the Rockies

• the Alps

Answer explanation

The Rockies are found in North America and the Himalayas are found in Asia.

Match each physical feature to the European country it is located in.

• Mount Elbrus

• France

• Lake Bled

• Slovenia

• River Seine

• Russia

Answer explanation

These physical features are popular tourist attractions.