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Geography of Europe: Features & Impact

This worksheet is designed for 9th-grade students to explore the physical and cultural geography of Europe through map identification, short answer questions, and matching activities. It covers key geographical features such as the Alps, rivers, and the Mediterranean Sea, and encourages critical thinking about their influence on trade, culture, and diversity. The document includes a scoring system for a total of 35 points.

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Geography of Europe: Features & Impact

This worksheet is designed for 9th-grade students to explore the physical and cultural geography of Europe through map identification, short answer questions, and matching activities. It covers key geographical features such as the Alps, rivers, and the Mediterranean Sea, and encourages critical thinking about their influence on trade, culture, and diversity. The document includes a scoring system for a total of 35 points.

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Worksheet: The Geography of Europe – Physical and Cultural Features

Grade Level: 9th Grade


Topic: The Geography of Europe – Physical and Cultural Features

Name: ________________________
Date: ________________________

Section 1: Map Identification (10 Points)

Instructions: Label the following on the map of Europe provided below (use the list below to
identify the locations).

1. Alps
2. Rhine River
3. Danube River
4. Mediterranean Sea
5. Pyrenees
6. United Kingdom
7. France
8. Germany
9. Italy
10. Greece

Section 2: Short Answer Questions (10 Points)

1. How do Europe’s mountains (like the Alps and Pyrenees) influence the movement of
people and goods?

2. Explain one way that Europe’s rivers (like the Rhine or Danube) have historically
supported trade and communication.

3. What role does the Mediterranean Sea play in the cultural and economic
development of Southern Europe?
4. Compare one physical feature of Europe to a similar feature in the United States.
How does it influence culture or trade?

5. Why is Europe’s cultural diversity greater than that of the United States, even
though Europe is geographically smaller?

Section 3: Matching Activity (10 Points)

Instructions: Match the physical feature to its cultural or economic significance. Write the letter
of the correct answer in the blank.

1. ____ Alps
2. ____ Mediterranean Sea
3. ____ Danube River
4. ____ North European Plain
5. ____ Pyrenees

A. Facilitates agriculture and population density with fertile soil


B. Acts as a natural border between Spain and France
C. Connects Central Europe to the Black Sea, aiding trade
D. Provides a warm climate that supports tourism and trade
E. Natural barrier and a destination for skiing and tourism

Section 4: Critical Thinking (5 Points)

Instructions: Answer the following question in 3-5 sentences.

How has Europe’s geography shaped its cultural diversity? Use specific examples to
support your answer.

Bonus Question (Optional, 2 Points)


Why are many European cities located near rivers or along the coast? Provide two reasons.

Total Score: ____/35

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