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How does geographic location influence life in the British Isles and Nordic countries?
They are exposed to the North Atlantic which affects the weather in them. All of the countries get a lot of storms in winter. They get a lot of rain coming directly in. the Nordic countries are closer to the Arctic, so they get a lot of cold winter weather. Ireland and Britain also get cold winters, though not as cold as the likes of Norway. Their western Coastlines are particularly jagged, full of bays, inlets and fjords.
They have long summer nights and short winter evenings. This has had cultural impacts, with strong cultures of community and folk music and traditions having developed through people having to entertain themselves in the long nights of winter. Alcohol is another impact of that. Being at ranges where it is too cold to grow grapes, wine is not as popular as beers and spirits, so these are the drinks that are made and consumed in these countries.
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What is the equivalent of british 14year old in american size?
Age has nothing to do with size nor geographic location.
What is Alberta's geographic Location?
Alberta is in Canada. It is south of the northwest territories, east of British Columbia, west of Saskatchewan and north of the USA.
How did fish 'n' chips become a New Zealand icon?
Fish 'n' Chips is a popular takeaway meal in both New Zealand and Australia, and this is largely a British influence. Both countries were colonised by Great Britain, and the British influence remains quite strong in the culture of both countries.
What was the effects of the US threats to intervene in a border dispute between British Guiana and Valenzuela?
Great Britain accepted growing U.S influence in Latin American countries.
Which geographic area did the British Empire not focus on during the Age of Imperialism?
Principally the continent of Europe and Northern Asia (Russia, etc.), China and some other Far Eastern countries.
What is the language spoken by all commonwealth countries?
English is the official language spoken in many Commonwealth countries due to the historical influence of British colonization. However, some countries have their own official languages in addition to English.
How did geographic influence the early battles around Boston?
Geography played a crucial role in the early battles around Boston, particularly during the Revolutionary War. The city's location on the coast and its surrounding high ground provided strategic advantages for both British and colonial forces. The hills of Charlestown allowed colonial troops to fire down on British ships, while the narrow passages and waterways limited troop movements and supply lines. These geographic features shaped tactics and engagements, most notably during the Battle of Bunker Hill.
How did the British acquisition of the Suez Canal influence European imperialism in Africa?
It motivated other European countries to seek African colonies for their economic benefit.
What is location of British Columbia?
The location of british cloumbia is in lower canada near vancouver
What were the British countries?
British countries ARE: England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland
What is the geographic range of Eurasia?
From the British Isle to the Eastern coast of Russia.
What geographic area is composed of the United Kingdom and Ireland?
the British Isles
