Geography of Europe and Russia Quiz

What marks the dividing line between Europe and Asia?

• The Alps

• The Pyrenees

• The Ural Mountains

• The Himalayas

At what longitude do the Ural Mountains lie?

• 30°E

• 60°E

• 90°E

• 120°E

Which ocean does Eastern Russia stretch to?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

Which sea borders Europe to the south?

• North Sea

• Baltic Sea

• Mediterranean Sea

• Black Sea

Which oceans do the rivers in Europe and Russia drain into?

• Indian and Southern Oceans

• Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans

• Atlantic and Indian Oceans

• Pacific and Southern Oceans

Which peninsula is NOT mentioned as part of Europe?

• Balkan Peninsula

• Iberian Peninsula

• Arabian Peninsula

• Italian Peninsula

What are the two main factors that shape the climates of Europe?

• Latitude and altitude

• Latitude and relative location

• Altitude and ocean currents

• Ocean currents and wind patterns

What type of climate is found in the most northern part of Russia?

• Mediterranean climate

• Tundra climate

• Marine west coast climate

• Semiarid climate

What is the typical winter temperature in the tundra climate of Russia?

• 32°F

• 0°F

• -90°F

• 50°F

What is the main characteristic of the tundra in northern Russia?

• Dense forests

• Treeless

• Tropical climate

• Sandy soil