Chapter Fifteen The British Isles and Nordic Nations Section One England

The British Isles Two countries in the British Isles: The Republic of Ireland The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Five Names for the U.K.: The United Kingdom (U.K.) England Britain Great Britain The four regions of the U.K. Scotland Wales Northern Ireland The Island of Britain: The Island of Ireland:

England’s Physical Features Key Terms: Fertile- able to produce abundant crops. Bodies of water that surround the British Isles: Atlantic Ocean English Channel North Sea Read the text and explain how each of these places is related to the economic development of England: Thames River Pennine Chain Lowlands Midlands

Rise of London as a Trade Center Read and answer the following: Why was London not a major port before 1500? What increased London’s importance as a port after 1500? How have trade routes changed since the 1500’s? How might such a shift in trade affect London’s relative advantage as a port?

Economic Activities Key Terms: Ore- rocky material containing a valuable mineral. Tertiary economic activities- service industries, such as, finance, insurance, and tourism. Read and answer: What impact did technological innovations have on the British economy? What impact did they have on Britain’s physical landscape? What part of England is a center of industry?

Quiz Review Questions Define: Tertiary economic activities Estuary Ore Fertile Euro Describe England’s climate What is England’s most densely populated region?