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7 fact-checked facts about Europe, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

What is the symbol of the euro currency?

Answer€

The euro sign € is used across the countries that share the currency.

Which mountain range is traditionally part of the boundary between Europe and Asia?

AnswerUral Mountains

The Urals run north to south through Russia and are a classic Europe–Asia boundary.

Going deeper

Into which sea does the Danube River flow?

AnswerBlack Sea

The Danube empties into the Black Sea through a delta in Romania and Ukraine.

In which year did euro banknotes and coins enter circulation?

Answer2002

The euro began as an accounting currency in 1999; notes and coins arrived on 1 January 2002.

Which mountain range separates Spain from France?

AnswerPyrenees

The Pyrenees stretch between the Bay of Biscay and the Mediterranean.

Expert level

The Danube flows through how many countries, more than any other river?

Answer10

The Danube passes through ten countries from Germany to Romania and Ukraine.

What is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea?

AnswerSicily

Sicily is the largest Mediterranean island, followed by Sardinia.

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