European Region

Where it is in relation to surrounding oceans and regions

Major physiographic divisions and landforms (alpine system, European lowlands, Iberian peninsula, Scandinavian peninsula)

Cultural 

Broad outlines of the development of European states from their Celtic, Roman, Germanic, Slavic, Greek, Moorish, Turkish

Have a sense of the variety and types of ethnic and linguistic groups especially in regions of great diversity. 

What was the role of religion in creating European culture in both the East and the West.

Changes that occurred because of the Industrial Revolution.

Recent history and the suffering and sacrifice of the people of Eastern Europe since the end of the Soviet state.

Music, dance, art, literature, pop culture, food

Supra Nationalism

Know the history and prospects for the European Union, the Euro and NATO

Demographics and Migration

Which countries have the most rapid population growth? How does this relate to per capita income?

Where are the major movements of people - origin and destination. What are the primary motivations for movement

Economics & globalization

What is the condition of the European welfare states?

Know some of the challenges the Europeans face in revitalizing their economy. How are they trying to revive their capitalist economy.

What are the primary exports and what will Europe's position be in the world economy

Politics and Government

Areas of conflict - why is there conflict in the Balkans? What are the outcomes of the war? 

Flash points in Spain, Northern Ireland, Macedonia and elsewhere. What are they, why are they and what are the likely outcomes of those conflicts

In what ways is Europe still a great power?

Environment

climate, habitat, pollution

What are the factors that determine European climate. Why is it so mild. Where are the most fertile lands.

What are the major sources of environmental impact. What are the major environmental concerns?

Recently Europe has experienced record breaking heat, flood and cold. Why is this happening?