1) What did you learn about EU countries in this section?
That Germany and France are filled with a rich background of struggles and wars, and also a changing culture, such as France and Germany starting the EU resulting from the Holocaust.
2) How do language and religion reflect the cultural division in Western Europe?
Catholics and Protestants were in a chain of wars with each other for quite some times- resulting in the two religions basically live on the different ends of the region.
3) Which Western European leaders tried to unify Europe through conquest?
Napoleon, Charmelene, and Hitler.
4) In what way does Western Europe have a diverse economy?
These countries economies are based on industry, although agriculture will always be an important part.
5) What was the Reformation?
The Catholics breaking away from the church and forming a Protestant church.
6) What was the Holocaust?
The mass murder of millions of Jews and other minorities
7) What was the Berlin Wall?
The separation wall between West and East Germany.
8) What are some characteristics of Modern Life in Western Europe?
A high status of living, such as cars and fashion lines, smaller houses, good public transportation.
1) Protestants live mainly in the north and Catholics in the south.
2) High-tech and service industries are also important. Netherlands: electronics, Germany: electronics as well as scientific instruments, France: one of the world's fast train( TGV train a grande vitesse) and a space program.
3)Western Europe gets more paid vacation time than the US so they can leave the city and go hiking, biking, or skiing.
QUESTION: Do Europeans get more or less paid vacation time than Americans?
Geography...
Geography time
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Summary
Western Europe is rich in cultural differences, history, and a spiked changed of economy and agriculture. In the beginning, the Roman Empire had conquered all Celtics tribes, but never fully conquered all Germanic tribes, resulting in the late 700s, a Germanic king, Charlemagne, conquered most of the region. After his death Western Europe became a small region of competing kingdoms.
The Reformation is the religious act of breaking away from the Catholic church to create a Protestant church. This happened because of the acts of Martin Luther nailing 95 published critical statements about the church. A series of changing governments went on throughout the region. The fall of Rome started a political government, then a king came and formed a republic. Napoleon became a self-proclaimed emperor but was defeated shortly after. The Allies Powers went up against the Central Powers, the Allies Powers won but soon after Adolf Hitler came into view taking in Nazis and the idea of the Holocaust. The Red Army( Allies Powers) defeated Hitler because of this Germany was spilt into two sides: West Germany allied with the Allies, and East Germany allied with the Communist side. Now the agriculture of the region is vastly strong. Each country ruling in a different type of export and import, some countries do have the same export. Tourism is a major industry in this region as well, France, Austria, and Italy more and more of these countries depend on tourism. Germany is the only country to have a economic struggle, for the most part this was caused by outdated factories and a low, low workers rate. Through this the region has a rich and the same history of art. All forms. The city life have a good public transport as well as smaller homes. Most recent struggles are immigration.
The Reformation is the religious act of breaking away from the Catholic church to create a Protestant church. This happened because of the acts of Martin Luther nailing 95 published critical statements about the church. A series of changing governments went on throughout the region. The fall of Rome started a political government, then a king came and formed a republic. Napoleon became a self-proclaimed emperor but was defeated shortly after. The Allies Powers went up against the Central Powers, the Allies Powers won but soon after Adolf Hitler came into view taking in Nazis and the idea of the Holocaust. The Red Army( Allies Powers) defeated Hitler because of this Germany was spilt into two sides: West Germany allied with the Allies, and East Germany allied with the Communist side. Now the agriculture of the region is vastly strong. Each country ruling in a different type of export and import, some countries do have the same export. Tourism is a major industry in this region as well, France, Austria, and Italy more and more of these countries depend on tourism. Germany is the only country to have a economic struggle, for the most part this was caused by outdated factories and a low, low workers rate. Through this the region has a rich and the same history of art. All forms. The city life have a good public transport as well as smaller homes. Most recent struggles are immigration.
Outline For Western Europe
Western Europe
I) A History of Cultural Divisions
Define Benelux : a customs union comprising Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg, begun January 1, 1948.
France and Germany are the dominant countries of Western Europe (largest, having best access to resources, ports, and trade routes).
A) Rome to Charlemagne
1) By 50 B.C., the Roman Empire had conquered Celtic tribes (now France) but never fully conquered Germanic tribes, resulting in the late 700s, a Germanic king, Charlemagne, conquered most of the region. After his death his empire fell apart, but Western Europe remained a region of small, competing kingdoms.B) The Reformation
1) The Reformation was a religious during the Renaissance when people questioned authority.
2) In 1517 Martin Luther published 95 statements (nailing them to the church's door) that criticized the church.
3) Christians broke away from the Catholic Church and started Protestant churches.
4) Catholics and Protestants fight religious wars that tore Europe apart.
5) Protestants live mainly in the north and Catholics in the south.
II) The Rise of Nation-States
Period between the fall of Rome and the Renaissance. Europeans gradually developed the nation-state, an independent nation of people with a common culture.
A) Nationalism
1) After Rome fell, feudalisms developed in Europe, it was a political system.
2) Nationalism is the belief that people should be loyal to their own nation, the people with whom they share land, culture, and history.
3) Over time, kings gained power over feudal lords, and nationalism evolved.
4) Nationalism often causes groups to want their own countries, so it contributed to the rise of modern nation-states.
5) France first nation-state.
6) 1789 French Revolution deposing of the king and the forming of a republic.
7) Napoleon Bonaparte, army officer, seized powered and became a self-proclaimed emperor. After trying to conquer all of Europe he was defeated.
8) 1600s to 1945 wars broke out between France and the German states.
9) Germany was unified as a nation in 1871.
10) Industrial growth in the 1800s.
2) Terms created by the Allied Powers helped cause World War II.
3) Adolf Hitler and the Nazis, tried to conquer Europe- failed to do so- Nazis also carried out the holocaust.
4) 1945 Allies defeat Germany
5) West Germany allied with non-Communist Europe and the United States. East Germany allied with the Communist Soviet Union.
6) Berlin was cut in two creating the Berlin Wall but in 1989 protests erupted and the Berlin Wall opened.
7) 1990 two Germanys reunited under a democratic government.
Since the Middle Ages, Western Europe has been rich in agriculture, and in the 1800s, it was one of the first regions to industrialize.7) Napoleon Bonaparte, army officer, seized powered and became a self-proclaimed emperor. After trying to conquer all of Europe he was defeated.
8) 1600s to 1945 wars broke out between France and the German states.
9) Germany was unified as a nation in 1871.
10) Industrial growth in the 1800s.
B) Modern Conflicts
1) Allied Powers (Including France) fought Central Powers (Germany, Austria- Hungary, and their allies); Allied Powers won.2) Terms created by the Allied Powers helped cause World War II.
3) Adolf Hitler and the Nazis, tried to conquer Europe- failed to do so- Nazis also carried out the holocaust.
4) 1945 Allies defeat Germany
5) West Germany allied with non-Communist Europe and the United States. East Germany allied with the Communist Soviet Union.
6) Berlin was cut in two creating the Berlin Wall but in 1989 protests erupted and the Berlin Wall opened.
7) 1990 two Germanys reunited under a democratic government.
III) Economics: Diversity and Luxury
A) Agriculture To High-Tech
1) Most of the agricultural income comes from dairy farming and livestock.
2) France is the largest producer of agricultural products in Western Europe.
3) Europe's top manufacturing nations: France, Germany, and the Netherlands.
4) High-tech and service industries are also important. Netherlands: electronics, Germany: electronics as well as scientific instruments, France: one of the world's fast train( TGV train a grande vitesse) and a space program.
5) France relies heavily on nuclear energy (80% of its electricity).
6) Switzerland specializes in the service industry of banking (refused to fight in wars, so people believe money is safer there).
B) Tourism and Luxury
1) Varied scenery, mild climate, and historic sites, Western Europe is popular with tourism.
2) Tourism is a major part in French, Swiss, and Austrian economics.
3) Western Europe exports luxury goods to the world.
4) German cars and Swiss watches are considered status symbols.
5) France is famous for high-fashion clothing and gourmet foods. Netherlands exports high-quality flower bulbs.
C) Economic Problems
1) Germany has had economy struggles.
2) When Germany unified West had a high standard of living unlike the East.
3) billions of dollars on infrastructure.
4) Yet, in 2005, the number of jobless workers remained twice as high in the East as in the West.
IV) Great Music and Art
Each Western Europe country has a distinct identity, shaped by language and religion. But the true region as a whole- a strong artistic legacy.
A) Music
1) Germany and Austria are famous for music: Johann Sebastian Bach and Ludwig van Beethoven, German. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a child genius from Austria.B) Painting
1) France & Netherlands: Jan Van Eyck
2) Dutch: Jan Vermeer & Rembrandt
3) French: Claude Monet & Paul Cezanne & Paul Gauguin pave way for modern art.
V. Modern Life
Western Europe has a strong economy many people enjoy a high living standard and can afford material.
A) City Life
1) Most Western European cities have good public transit, cultural attractions and crime rates are lower than the US.
2) Europeans live in smaller homes than Americans do so they socialize in public places.
3) Western Europe gets more paid vacation time than the US so they can leave the city and go hiking, biking, or skiing.
B) Recent Conflicts
1) Immigration has caused conflict
2) After German economy declined some of them blamed immigrants
3) Former Austrian leader made remarks defending the Nazis, immigrants feared racist political rebirth
Tuesday, January 20, 2015
CHAPTER 12 Review
Landforms and Resources
1. The mountains of Europe separate groups of people, as well as making movement of ideas, goods, and people difficult.
2. The rivers are their ideal source of transportation, food, and energy resources.
3. Norway, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and Denmark. The most important oil fields are located underwater between Norway and the United Kingdom.
Climate and Vegetation
4. The westerlies, which blow from east to west, pick up warmth from the North Atlantic Drift and carry it over to Europe. Also carrying moisture, giving adequate rainfall to the region.
5. The Mediterranean region has a mild climate, this is why citrus fruit grows. The amount of sunlight given and the climate as well as the rainfall.
6. Permafrost
Human-Environment Interaction
7. The Dutch built seaworks to build man-mae land for their growing population.
8. The Netherlands have built man-made land and now because of the weight of those buildings and structures the city of Venice is sinking!
9. A rapid growing killer algae called, "killer algae".
10. Wood to burn for fuel and to building materials for ships and houses.
1. The mountains of Europe separate groups of people, as well as making movement of ideas, goods, and people difficult.
2. The rivers are their ideal source of transportation, food, and energy resources.
3. Norway, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and Denmark. The most important oil fields are located underwater between Norway and the United Kingdom.
Climate and Vegetation
4. The westerlies, which blow from east to west, pick up warmth from the North Atlantic Drift and carry it over to Europe. Also carrying moisture, giving adequate rainfall to the region.
5. The Mediterranean region has a mild climate, this is why citrus fruit grows. The amount of sunlight given and the climate as well as the rainfall.
6. Permafrost
Human-Environment Interaction
7. The Dutch built seaworks to build man-mae land for their growing population.
8. The Netherlands have built man-made land and now because of the weight of those buildings and structures the city of Venice is sinking!
9. A rapid growing killer algae called, "killer algae".
10. Wood to burn for fuel and to building materials for ships and houses.
Monday, January 19, 2015
Your Choice
ICELAND
CITED FROM: https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/ic.html
1) location & place: Northern Europe, island between the Greenland Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, northwest of the United Kingdom. The people of Iceland share a love of art, such as drawing, and a love of literature. The primary language spoken by the people is called Icelandic. In Iceland there are glaciers, rivers, and hills throughout the country. Interestingly, the entire country is surrounded by water.
region: 8 regions-
1 Capital Region
2 Southern Peninsula
3 Western Region
4 Westfjords
5 Northwestern Region
6 Northeastern Region
7 Eastern Region
8 Southern Region
2) Human-Environment interaction.
There are glaciers in Iceland which made hills all over the country. Because of that they can be used for all sorts of activities.Glaciers also make building buildings harder. There are rivers in Iceland. They are used for fresh water and transportation. Iceland is surrounded by water which cause natural disasters, food from fish, and transportation/import/ export. They are starting to use hydrogen-fueled cars. Hydrogen-fueled cars causes less greenhouse gas emissions.Therefore the environment improves. Since Icelandic cuisine is made mainly off of fish and other seafood, so the sea creatures may die and go extinct in a shorter amount of time.
3) Find two photos of it.
4) Find one map that shows where it is located.
5) Find three interesting things about the country or place
.
Given number 1, as of 2014, for the most peaceful country in the world.
Handball - In Iceland, handball is basically the national sport. When the president of Iceland spoke to the media after a recent Olympic win, he explained how important the sport is to their country. Everyone in the country knows the names of the national team’s players and the overall success of the team is considered very important. Handball is not particularly popular in the United States, or in many parts of Europe, but it enjoys popularity in some parts of the world, including certain Scandinavian countries. Handball has been described as being sort of like soccer, except you actually use your hands. It is actually an incredibly fast-paced and brutal game; scores generally run much higher than soccer and violent play is often perfectly within the rules.
Elves- The icelanders believe in Elves...elves...
CITED FROM: https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/ic.html
1) location & place: Northern Europe, island between the Greenland Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, northwest of the United Kingdom. The people of Iceland share a love of art, such as drawing, and a love of literature. The primary language spoken by the people is called Icelandic. In Iceland there are glaciers, rivers, and hills throughout the country. Interestingly, the entire country is surrounded by water.
region: 8 regions-
1 Capital Region
2 Southern Peninsula
3 Western Region
4 Westfjords
5 Northwestern Region
6 Northeastern Region
7 Eastern Region
8 Southern Region
2) Human-Environment interaction.
There are glaciers in Iceland which made hills all over the country. Because of that they can be used for all sorts of activities.Glaciers also make building buildings harder. There are rivers in Iceland. They are used for fresh water and transportation. Iceland is surrounded by water which cause natural disasters, food from fish, and transportation/import/ export. They are starting to use hydrogen-fueled cars. Hydrogen-fueled cars causes less greenhouse gas emissions.Therefore the environment improves. Since Icelandic cuisine is made mainly off of fish and other seafood, so the sea creatures may die and go extinct in a shorter amount of time.
3) Find two photos of it.
4) Find one map that shows where it is located.
5) Find three interesting things about the country or place
.
Given number 1, as of 2014, for the most peaceful country in the world.
Handball - In Iceland, handball is basically the national sport. When the president of Iceland spoke to the media after a recent Olympic win, he explained how important the sport is to their country. Everyone in the country knows the names of the national team’s players and the overall success of the team is considered very important. Handball is not particularly popular in the United States, or in many parts of Europe, but it enjoys popularity in some parts of the world, including certain Scandinavian countries. Handball has been described as being sort of like soccer, except you actually use your hands. It is actually an incredibly fast-paced and brutal game; scores generally run much higher than soccer and violent play is often perfectly within the rules.
Elves- The icelanders believe in Elves...elves...
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
Chapter 12 Review
1) Why can Europe be called "a peninsula or peninsulas"?
Europe itself is a peninsula off from Asia. But Europe itself has peninsulas within it. hint the name "a peninsulas within peninsula.
2) What European islands are located in North Atlantic? In the Mediterranean Sea?
North Atlantic islands are the following: Iceland, Ireland, United Kingdom, Faero Islands, and Shetland Island. The Mediterranean Sea contains the island are, Balesric Islands, Sardinia, Corsica, Sicily, and Crete.
3) How do mountains and uplands affect life in Europe?
Mountains affect climate in Europe, for example the Apennines Mountain block winds off from Italy, resulting in windless warm climate.
4) The Alps arc across what countries or places?
The Apls arc across France, Italy, Germany,, Switzerland, Austria, and the northern Balkan Peninsula.
5) The Pyrenees are located where?
The Pyrenees are located from France to Spain and Portugal.
6) Where does the Danube flow?
The Danube River flows through the cuts through the heart of Europe, flowing west to east.
7) How are rivers used in Europe?
Rivers are used as transportation systems, it helps connect Europe to the rest of the world.
8) What is the most important plain in Europe?
The Northern European Plain.
9) Why is it important?
It is important because of its fertile desirable agricultural land. It has produced vast quantities of food over the centuries.
10) How are the landforms of Europe both an advantage and disadvantage?
The landforms makes travel difficult, but it also makes the climate reasonable decent, as well as fertile soil.
11) How did natural resources help Europe to become industrialized?
The mining for coal and iron helped industrialized the economy.
Europe itself is a peninsula off from Asia. But Europe itself has peninsulas within it. hint the name "a peninsulas within peninsula.
2) What European islands are located in North Atlantic? In the Mediterranean Sea?
North Atlantic islands are the following: Iceland, Ireland, United Kingdom, Faero Islands, and Shetland Island. The Mediterranean Sea contains the island are, Balesric Islands, Sardinia, Corsica, Sicily, and Crete.
3) How do mountains and uplands affect life in Europe?
Mountains affect climate in Europe, for example the Apennines Mountain block winds off from Italy, resulting in windless warm climate.
4) The Alps arc across what countries or places?
The Apls arc across France, Italy, Germany,, Switzerland, Austria, and the northern Balkan Peninsula.
5) The Pyrenees are located where?
The Pyrenees are located from France to Spain and Portugal.
6) Where does the Danube flow?
The Danube River flows through the cuts through the heart of Europe, flowing west to east.
7) How are rivers used in Europe?
Rivers are used as transportation systems, it helps connect Europe to the rest of the world.
8) What is the most important plain in Europe?
The Northern European Plain.
9) Why is it important?
It is important because of its fertile desirable agricultural land. It has produced vast quantities of food over the centuries.
10) How are the landforms of Europe both an advantage and disadvantage?
The landforms makes travel difficult, but it also makes the climate reasonable decent, as well as fertile soil.
11) How did natural resources help Europe to become industrialized?
The mining for coal and iron helped industrialized the economy.
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