Quiz on the Portuguese Coast

What is the total length of the Portuguese continental coast?

• 1200 km

• 600 km

• 800 km

• 943 km

Which ocean bathes the Portuguese coast?

• Arctic Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Indian Ocean

What type of coastline is found in the Costa Vicentina?

• Urbanized

• Industrial

• High and rocky

• Low and sandy

Which of the following is a major environmental problem affecting the Portuguese coast?

• Coastal erosion

• Overfishing

• Desertification

• Deforestation

What is one of the main human activities along the Portuguese coast?

• Agriculture

• Mining

• Fishing

• Manufacturing

What type of ecosystems can be found along the Portuguese coast?

• Deserts

• Tropical forests

• Wetlands

• Mountain ranges

Which of the following is a measure of protection for the coastal areas?

• Highways

• Industrial zones

• Urban development

• Natural parks

What is a consequence of coastal urbanization?

• Improved water quality

• Habitat loss

• Increased biodiversity

• More natural parks

What is one of the main activities in maritime commerce along the coast?

• Shipping

• Fishing

• Tourism

• Agriculture

What is a significant effect of human intervention on coastal processes?

• Natural beach formation

• Increased sedimentation

• Destruction of cliffs

• Formation of new habitats