The Italian Republic
Answers are for parents and teachers.
1
Find Italy’s four neighbours on the map and write which mountains lie on the border.
In the north the Alps run along the border with France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia.
2
A country has 60 million people and an area of 300 thousand km². Find the density (people/km²).
200
3
Why does Italian agriculture specialise in subtropical crops? Write 3–4 sentences.
The climate is warm and sunny; olives, grapes, citrus and tomatoes suit the Mediterranean climate.
4
State why Italy is exposed to earthquakes and volcanoes and name safety measures.
The country lies at a tectonic boundary; measures: earthquake-resistant building, monitoring, warnings and evacuation plans.
5
Why does the phrase “open-air museum” suit Italy?
In cities such as Rome, Venice and Florence ancient and medieval monuments stand right in the streets and squares.