Western Europe, Lesson 3, Southern Region – Flashcards
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drought
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a long period of dry weather resulting in water shortages
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Harbor
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a safe place for ships to dock
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Iberian
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of Spain and Portugal
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navigable
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able to be used for travel by water
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sirocco
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a windstorm that blows up clouds of dust or sand
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What separates Africa from Europe?
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the Strait of Gibraltar
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What is another name for Southern Europe?
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Mediterranean Europe
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The Pyrenees Mountains separates this country from the rest of Europe.
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Spain
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Which country in Southern Europe provides the best harbors?
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Portugal
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Which of the Mediterranean countries is landlocked?
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Andorra
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This is the least mountainous country of Southern Europe.
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Portugal
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Why is Andorra's water supply important to the country?
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for electricity
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This country is shaped like a boot.
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Italy
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This country claims more than two thousand islands.
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Greece
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Match the country to the letter that represents it on the map.
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1. Spain---C 2. Greece---B 3. Andorra---E 4. Italy---D 5. Portugal---A
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Match the landform to the letter that represents it on the map.
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1. Iberian Peninsula---B 2. Strait of Gibraltar---D 3. Pyrenees Mountains---C 4. Meseta---A
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These factors affect the climate of the countries of Southern Europe.
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elevation mountains seas and oceans
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Which three peninsulas occupy Southern Europe?
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Balkan Iberian Italian
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The terrain of most of Southern Europe can be described as _____.
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mountainous
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The Mediterranean Sea borders these countries.
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Greece Italy Spain
