European Geography Mastery Quiz

The Iberian Peninsula is the southwestern tip of Europe, separated from mainland Europe by the Pyrenees Mountains and flanked by the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. It is home to both Spain and Portugal.

The Scandinavian Peninsula is located in Northern Europe and includes the countries of Norway and Sweden, among others.

The Balkan Peninsula, specifically Greece, is considered the birthplace of Western civilization due to its rich history of ancient Greek philosophy, art, and democracy.

The North European Lowland, also known as the Northern European Plain, is a vast plain stretching across several countries in northern Europe. It is characterized by its flat and fertile land, making it ideal for agriculture and human settlement.

The Alps are known as the 'Roof of Europe' due to their high peaks and prominent stature in the continent.

The Pyrenees Mountains are located between Spain and France, separating the Iberian Peninsula from the rest of continental Europe.

The Carpathian Mountains are a range of mountains that stretch across Central and Eastern Europe, known for being the setting of Bram Stoker's famous novel 'Dracula' where Count Dracula's castle is located.

The Thames River is the correct answer as it is the river that flows through London, England. The Seine River flows through Paris, France, the Danube River flows through several European countries, and the Rhine River flows through Germany and other countries in Europe.

The Rhine River is the longest river in Switzerland and flows through several other countries as well.

The Danube River is the second longest river in Europe after the Volga, flowing through multiple countries including Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, and Ukraine.

The Rhone River is the correct answer as it flows through the city of Lyon in France.

The Po River runs through Turin, Italy and is the longest river in Italy. The Tiber River runs through Rome, the Arno River through Florence, and the Adige River through Verona.

The Dnieper River is the fourth longest river in Europe, flowing through Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine. The Volga River is the longest river in Europe, the Danube River is the second longest, and the Thames River is not as long as the Dnieper River.