Virginia Experience 3rd Grade Solution Focus on Ancient World Cultures

Geographic Features of Europe
Major geographic features of Europe include:
Mediterranean Sea
The Mediterranean Sea is an intercontinental sea.
It is situated between Europe to the north, Africa to the
Vocabulary
south, and
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Asia to the east. Several ancient civilizations
intercontinental:
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formed along the Mediterranean Sea. It connects to the
between continents
Atlantic Ocean through the Strait of Gibraltar.
Alps Mountains
The Alps Mountains are the largest mountain system in Europe. The Alps form part of
the geography of eleven European countries. The countries that include the most alpine
territory are Switzerland, France, Italy, and Austria.
Italian Peninsula
The Italian Peninsula is a boot-shaped peninsula in southern Europe. It extends from
the mainland into the Mediterranean Sea. Today, the peninsula makes up much of
Italy. The Italian Peninsula is home to several active volcanoes.
Fascinating Fact: In 1991, a mummified man was found in the Alps!
Experts think the mummy is about 5,000 years old.
Map Skill-Builder
Complete the following.
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1. Trace the Italian Peninsula
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in green and label it.
2. Color or the Mediterranean
Sea blue and label it.
3. Draw ^ ^ ^ ^ on the Alps
Mountains. Label them.
Sample
^Sample
^ ^ ^
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