Explain how Western Europe's physical geography affects its climate, settlement patterns, culture, and economy.
You've learned a lot about the region of Western Europe. You've learned about both its physical and human geography. You've also learned that the physical geography has a major impact on what people do. One of the unique physical features of this region is that almost every country in the region has a coastline. This characteristic has an influence on the region's climate, its economy, its politics, and even where people live.

Graphic organizers are an effective tool to use when you are learning or explaining new information.

Look at the graphic organizer below.



Notice at the top of the organizer there are five large circles. In these circles are written the following words:

climate
economy
politics
culture
settlement patterns
Underneath each circle are smaller circles. These circles may be used to list the effects that the proximity to water has on the top circle.

Materials needed:
computer with internet access
paper and pen or pencil (optional)
reference books (optional)
Directions
Click here to print out the graphic organizer. List at least two ways in which the proximity to water has affected Western Europe's:

climate,
settlement patterns,
culture,
economy, and
politics.
You may use the lessons in this unit, the internet, and other resources to help you complete this project.

Once you have completed the chart, use the box below to record your work, and then submit it to your teacher.

Make sure you list all five items. Under each item, list at least two ways that the proximity to water affects Western Europe.

Your work should look something like this:

Climate
Settlement Patterns
Culture
Economy
Politics