European Geography and Politics

This video tutorial explores Europe, highlighting its economic and political significance. It covers Europe's geography, including its land area, population, and countries. The tutorial discusses Europe's borders, regions, and the European Union. It also examines Europe's physical features, such as landforms and rivers, and provides interesting facts about the continent, including its territories and dependencies.

What makes Europe a significant player in global politics and economy?

• Its large land area

• Its isolation from other continents

• Its urban societies and technological advancement

• Its tropical climate

How many countries are generally considered to be part of Europe according to the European Council?

• 47

• 52

• 50

• 45

Which ocean borders Europe to the north?

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

Which of the following is NOT one of the four main sub-regions of Europe?

• Southern Europe

• Eastern Europe

• Western Europe

• Central Europe

What is the longest river in Europe?

• Seine River

• Thames River

• Volga River

• Danube River

Which mountain range forms part of the natural border between Europe and Asia?

• Carpathians

• Ural Mountains

• Pyrenees

• Alps

Which country is known as the 'Land of a Thousand Lakes'?

• Sweden

• Denmark

• Finland

• Norway

What is the smallest country in Europe by both area and population?

• San Marino

• Monaco

• Vatican City

• Liechtenstein

Which two countries form the Iberian Peninsula?

• France and Italy

• Spain and Portugal

• Greece and Turkey

• Norway and Sweden

What are Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia collectively known as?

• Scandinavian countries

• Balkan states

• Baltic states

• Benelux countries