Geography: Realms, Regions, and Concepts, 16th Edition Test Bank

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Package Title: TestbankCourse Title: de Blij, Regions 16eChapter Number: 01Question Type: Multiple Choice01) What is true about the geography of the North European Lowland?a) It contains the mountain ranges of the Alps.b) It is the most densely populated of Europe's landscape regions.c) It does not include southeastern England.d) It has historically functioned as a barrier to contact and communication due to its marshyconditions.Answer: bDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 1:1A.1 Describe Europe’s geographic limits, environmental foundations,resource opportunities, and locational advantages.Section Reference 1: Geographical FeaturesBloomcode: Comprehension02) What term represents the geographic principle under which particular peoples and particularplaces concentrate on the production of particular goods?a) complementarityb) Balkanizationc) supranationalismd) local functional specializationAnswer: dDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 4: 1A.4 Discuss the evolution of modern Europe in spatial context and itsimpact on the world.Section Reference 4: Modern Historical GeographyBloomcode: Knowledge03) Which of the following is true of the Industrial Revolution in Europe?

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a) It produced the first specialized industries anywhere in the realm.b) It triggered a large immigration of workers from other parts of the world to fill the availablejobs in the factories.c) It was initially focused in England, where machinery was invented and the use of steam topower engines emerged.d) It gave enormous situational advantage to large cities such as London and Paris, bothpositioned on coalfields and near iron ores.Answer: cDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 4: 1A.4 Discuss the evolution of modern Europe in spatial context and itsimpact on the world.Section Reference 4: Modern Historical GeographyBloomcode: Comprehension04) Which of the following is true of Europe's political revolution?a) It began in 1789 with the French Revolution.b) It ended with the division of the German state in 1945.c) It was stimulated by the new weaponry produced by the Industrial Revolution.d) It originated as a reaction to the oppression of the Roman Empire.Answer: aDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 4: 1A.4 Discuss the evolution of modern Europe in spatial context and itsimpact on the world.Section Reference 4: Modern Historical GeographyBloomcode: Comprehension05) What forces are divisive to a nation?a) situationalb) centripetalc) centrifugald) charismaticAnswer: cDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 7: 1A.7 Demonstrate the rise of European unification in terms of theeconomic, political, and cultural issues that drive this process.

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Section Reference 7: European UnificationBloomcode: Knowledge06) What term represents a country's leading urban center that is disproportionately large andexceptionally expressive of national feelings?a) core cityb) primate cityc)entrepôtd) functional regionAnswer: bDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 5: 1A.5 Describe the forces that are shaping 21st century Europe and itschanging population.Section Reference 5: Contemporary Europe: A Dynamic RealmBloomcode: Knowledge07) Which of the following isnotan example of European supranationalism?a) Beneluxb) the Euro currencyc) the European Uniond) Ukraine's Orange RevolutionAnswer: dDifficulty: MediumLearning Objective 7: 1A.7 Demonstrate the rise of European unification in terms of theeconomic, political, and cultural issues that drive this process.Section Reference 7: European UnificationBloomcode: Application08) Only the southern portion of what island was recently granted admission to the EU?a) Irelandb) Maltac) Turkeyd) CyprusAnswer: d

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Difficulty: MediumLearning Objective 5: 1A.5 Describe the forces that are shaping 21st century Europe and itschanging population.Section Reference 5: Contemporary Europe: A Dynamic RealmBloomcode: Application09) Which of the following is the process whereby regions within a state demand politicalstrength and autonomy?a) devolutionb) irredentismc) complementarityd) supranationalismAnswer: aDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 8: 1A.8 Analyze the impact of the EU on its member nations in terms ofeconomics, politics and the citizens of those member nations.Section Reference 8: Consequences of UnificationBloomcode: Knowledge10) Which of the following cities isnotpart of one of the Four Motors of Europe?a) Brusselsb) Milanc) Stuttgartd) BarcelonaAnswer: aDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 8: 1A.8 Analyze the impact of the EU on its member nations in terms ofeconomics, politics and the citizens of those member nations.Section Reference 8: Consequences of UnificationBloomcode: Comprehension11) Which of the following religions has gradually lost adherents since secularization gatheredmomentum in the late 1960s, especially in western Europe?a) Islamb) Hinduismc) Judaism

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d) ChristianityAnswer: dDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 5: 1A.5 Describe the forces that are shaping 21st century Europe and itschanging population.Section Reference 5: Contemporary Europe: A Dynamic RealmBloomcode: Comprehension12) Which of the following countries has been pulling through the global recession better thanany other country in the European realm?a) Franceb) Italyc) the United Kingdomd) GermanyAnswer: dDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 2: 1B.2 Discuss theconcept of the “European core” in western Europe andanalyze the present and future role of the core countries in the unification of Europe.Section Reference 2: The Mainland CoreBloomcode: Comprehension13) What is the name of the major river in western Germany that enters the North Sea throughthe Netherlands and passes through the Ruhr?a) Rhôneb) Danubec) Elbed) RhineAnswer: dDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 2: 1B.2 Discuss the concept of the “European core” in western Europe andanalyze the present and future role of the core countries in the unification of Europe.Section Reference 2: The Mainland CoreBloomcode: Knowledge14) Which of the following statements is correct about German reunification?

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a) It occurred in 1990.b) It has resulted in economic equalization between former East and West Germany.c) It has led to a country with eight Autonomous Communities.d) It took place immediately after the end of World War II.Answer: aDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 2:1B.2 Discuss the concept of the “European core” in western Europe andanalyze the present and future role of the core countries in the unification of Europe.Section Reference 2: The Mainland CoreBloomcode: Comprehension15) What is the only European country that has a coastline on the Atlantic Ocean, MediterraneanSea, and the North Sea?a) Portugalb) Germanyc) Spaind) FranceAnswer: dDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 2:1B.2 Discuss the concept of the “European core” in western Europe andanalyze the present and future role of the core countries in the unification of Europe.Section Reference 2: The Mainland CoreBloomcode: Comprehension16) Which of the following statements comparing Germany and France isfalse?a) Germany is larger territorially than France.b) Germany has a better river system than France.c) Germany is more industrialized than Franced) Germany has better harbors than France.Answer: dDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 2:1B.2 Discuss the concept of the “European core” in western Europe andanalyze the present and future role of the core countries in the unification of Europe.Section Reference 2: The Mainland CoreBloomcode: Comprehension

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17) Which of the following statements regarding the site and situation of Paris istrue?a) Paris initially benefited from an excellent site.b) Paris initially benefited from an excellent situation.c) The site of Paris is far inferior to that of any other French city.d) Paris initially benefitted from both excellent site and situation.Answer: dDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 2:1B.2 Discuss the concept of the “European core” in western Europe andanalyze the present and future role of the core countries in the unification of Europe.Section Reference 2: The Mainland CoreBloomcode: Comprehension18) Where are the administrative headquarters of the European Union located?a) Genevab) Parisc) Brusselsd) StrasbourgAnswer: cDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 2:1B.2 Discuss the concept of the “European core” in western Europe andanalyze the present and future role of the core countries in the unification of Europe.Section Reference 2: The Mainland CoreBloomcode: Knowledge19) Which of the following cities is located in the Randstad conurbation?a) Berlinb) Amsterdamc) Copenhagend) ViennaAnswer: bDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 2:1B.2 Discuss the concept of the “European core”in western Europe andanalyze the present and future role of the core countries in the unification of Europe.

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Section Reference 2: The Mainland CoreBloomcode: Knowledge20) Which of the following western European states isnota member of the European Union?a) Austriab) Luxembourgc) the Netherlandsd) SwitzerlandAnswer: dDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 2:1B.2 Discuss the concept of the “European core” in western Europe andanalyze the present and future role of the core countries in the unification of Europe.Section Reference 2: The Mainland CoreBloomcode: Comprehension21) Where have significant oil and natural gas supplies been found in the European realm?a) Baltic Seab) Gulf of Finlandc) North Sead) Adriatic SeaAnswer: cDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 3: 1B.3 Compare the differences between the regional components of theBritish Isles and the reasons behind them.Section Reference 3: The Core Offshore: The British IslesBloomcode: Knowledge22) The conurbation centered by London lies within which of the following regions?a) southern Englandb) northern Englandc) Scotlandd) WalesAnswer: aDifficulty: Easy

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Learning Objective 3: 1B.3 Compare the differences between the regional components of theBritish Isles and the reasons behind them.Section Reference 3: The Core Offshore: The British IslesBloomcode: Knowledge23) The population of Northern Ireland is:a) not part of the European Union.b) made up of refugees from Wales.c) politically dominated by Protestants.d) not part of the United Kingdom.Answer: cDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 3: 1B.3 Compare the differences between the regional components of theBritish Isles and the reasons behind them.Section Reference 3: The Core Offshore: The British IslesBloomcode: Comprehension24) Which of the followingis the Discontinuous North’s largest country in terms of bothpopulation and territory?a) Denmarkb) Swedenc) Norwayd) FinlandAnswer: bDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 5: 1B.5 Describe how core-periphery contrasts shape the geography ofEurope’s Northern domain.Section Reference 5: The Discontinuous NorthBloomcode: Knowledge25) What Northern European country has benefited the most from North Sea oil?a) Denmarkb) Norwayc) Icelandd) Finland

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Answer: bDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 5: 1B.5 Describe how core-periphery contrasts shape the geography ofEurope’s Northern domain.Section Reference 5: The Discontinuous NorthBloomcode: Knowledge26) What country is located on the Jutland Peninsula and is the smallest-sized state in NorthernEurope?a) Swedenb) Norwayc) Estoniad) DenmarkAnswer: dDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 5: 1B.5 Describe how core-periphery contrasts shape the geography ofEurope’s Northern domain.Section Reference 5: The Discontinuous NorthBloomcode: Knowledge27) Which Nordic European city serves as a break of bulk, orentrepôt, city?a) Stockholmb) Copenhagenc) Oslod) ReykjavikAnswer: bDifficulty: MediumLearning Objective 5: 1B.5 Describe how core-periphery contrasts shape the geography ofEurope’s Northern domain.Section Reference 5: The Discontinuous NorthBloomcode: Application28) What country has more in common with Finland than its other neighboring states, and istherefore included as part of Northern Europe?a) Estonia

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b) Latviac) Lithuaniad) KaliningradAnswer: aDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 5: 1B.5 Describe how core-periphery contrasts shape the geography ofEurope’s Northern domain.Section Reference 5: The Discontinuous NorthBloomcode: Comprehension29) The Iberian Peninsula is isolated from the rest of Europe by what mountain range?a) Appenninesb) Alpsc) Pyreneesd) PenninesAnswer: cDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 4: 1B.4 Describe how core-periphery contrasts shape the geography of theMediterranean Basin and the Western Balkan Peninsula.Section Reference 4: The Discontinuous SouthBloomcode: Knowledge30) What is the Mediterranean European country with the lowest percentage of urban residents?a) Spainb) Portugalc) Franced) ItalyAnswer: bDifficulty: EasyLearning Objective 4: 1B.4 Describe how core-periphery contrasts shape the geography of theMediterranean Basin and the Western Balkan Peninsula.Section Reference 4: The Discontinuous SouthBloomcode: Knowledge31) Where is Italy's economic core located today?

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