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Europe & Russia Geography pgs 296-307Things to explore and questions to answer: Pgs 296-297: answer the following questions about the imagesWhere do you think more Europeans live; in or near the Alps or on the Northern European Plain? Why?Based on the seaside town (Islands and Peninsulas photo), what can you learn about the climate and the work people do in that region?Explore satellite images of Europe and Russia using Google EarthActivity!!Write a paragraph about what you have discovered about Europe’s geography from Google Earth and the satellite images on pages 296-297. How would you describe the geography of Europe and Russia?Europe & Russia: Physical (pgs 298-299) ~ Use the map(s) to answer the following questions and complete the following activity:Answer the map zone questions on pg 299What are 6 mountain ranges located in Russia?What are the countries in the Caucasus region? (the region between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea)Activity!! In 3-5 sentences, identify which European country you would prefer to live if you enjoyed mountain climbing? Why?Europe/ Russia & the Caucasus: Political (pgs 300-301) ~ Use the map(s) to answer the questions and complete the following activities:Answer the map zone questions on page 300 & 301Europe is often called The Peninsula of Peninsulas. What is a peninsula?Look at the political map on page 300. Identify the countries or pairs of countries that are peninsulas on the blank map of Europe. Write the name of the country and color the seven (7) peninsulas.Looking at the political map of Russia on page 301, what is the first thing you notice about Russia?What country in the Caucasus region (between the Black and Caspian Seas) is split into two separate areas?Why do you think it is like that? What are possible reasons for the separation of the country?Math in Social Studies ACTIVITY!!Using the map on page 301; estimate the distance (in miles) of Russia’s perimeter. Write your estimate down, you will be coming back to it!Using a piece of string about 20-24 inches long, trace the outside boarder of Russia. Cut any excess string.Using the map scale and string, calculate the distance of Russia’s pare your calculations with your estimate; how did you do? Were you close or way off? What was difficult? How could you have done it easier?QUIZ SHOW ACTIVITY!!Choose a group of countries based on the following colors (pgs 300-301) Remember, the colors do not have a special meaning, they are used to show political boundaries and the shape of the countryPurple (8 countries)Teal (6 countries)Yellow (7 countries)Orange (7 countries)Red (7 countries)Green (5 countries)What countries are represented by the color you chose?Research each country using an encyclopedia or almanac on the internet to create 5 FAQ’s (frequently asked questions) about each country in your groupBe creative; don’t use the same 5 questions for each country. Some example questions:What is the capital of ________?What is the total area (in square miles) of _________?What is the life expectancy at birth of _________?Write the question on one side of an index card (or piece of paper) and the answer on the opposite sideShare your cards with your family and have them read the questions and answers aloud.Create teams and host a quiz show to see who can answer the most questions correctlyHAVE FUN!!Europe: Population (pg 302) ~ Use the map(s) to answer the questions and complete the following activity:Answer the map zone questions on page 302What is population density? What do we mean when we say a country is densely populated?What color (on this map) is used for the most densely populated areas? What is the range of the number of people per square mile represented by that color?What color is used to represent 50-100 persons per square km?What is the significance of cities such as Paris, Kiev, and Rome? (Why are they marked on this map)Which ten (10) major cities have population over 2 million?Compare the population map with the political map on pg 300 and answer the following questions:What two (2) countries have between 25 and 130 people per square mile in all areas?Which island has the highest population density?Analyzing Population Near Rivers Activity!!Look at the map on page 302. Find the areas that are the most populated and the areas that are least populated. (use pg 300 to help identify the countries)Compare the areas with large populations and find the river or rivers those cities are near using the map on pg 298 or the atlas on pgs 556 & 557.Create a chart that records your findings.Why do you think densely populated areas are usually located on or near major rivers?Russia & the Caucasus: Climate (pg 303) ~ Use the map(s) to answer the questions and complete the following activity:Answer the map zone questions on pg 303What climate type dominates most of Russia? (What type of climate covers most of Russia)What are some factors that may affect the climate in central and eastern Russia?Create a graphic organizer describing Siberia’s climateUse a circle in the center of a piece of paper and label it Siberia’s ClimateBranch smaller circles off the center circle (creating a web) to describe what Siberia is like. Remember to describe things like:TemperaturesPrecipitationVegetation etc.Remember, due to these conditions, very few people live there. People are very isolated compared to the rest of RussiaWrite a Letter Activity!!Using your graphic organizer, write a letter from the perspective of someone who lives in Siberia to a friend who lives in Moscow. Imagine how it would feel to be there based on the climate, weather and effects of being isolated. Make sure your letter conveys the message of how it would feel.Facts About Countries: pg 304-307 ~ Use the chats and tables to answer the questions and complete the following activities:Answer the analyzing information questions p 307According to the chart, which country has the longest life expectancy? What is the life expectancy at birth in years for that country?Find the 5 lowest life expectancies, list the country and the life expectancy. Find the countries on the political map (pg 300 or 557) Why might these countries have such low life expectancies?Answer the following True or False questions. If the answer is false, rewrite the question so it becomes trueThe population of Serbia is about 5 times that of SloveniaBelgium and Germany have the same life expectancy at birthSan Marino is the smallest country by area in EuropeWhy do you think seven (7) of the ten (10) countries with the highest per capita GDPs are in Europe?Why is the population density so much lower in the U.S. than in the European countries listed on the chart?Activities!! (choose 2 or do them all if you want)Illustrated Fun Fact CardsUsing the information from the chart on pages 304-307, and additional internet research for fun facts, create illustrated fact cards for five (5) European countries. Cards must be colored.You must have 5-7 facts on each card. You may do more if you want.The only writing on the fact card is the name of the country.You may use numbers along with your pictures to clarify. For example, if you were illustrating population of United States, you might draw groups of people and then write the number 301.1 millionTop 10 List PresentationUsing the information on pages 304-307, create a presentation, such as power point or similar, to create a top 10 list of countries in Europe. Examples of Top 10 categories: (you can also make your own category)Countries with fewest number of TV’sHighest populationHighest per capita GDPHighest life expectancy at birthEastern most countriesBe sure to use picturesHAVE FUN!Make a FlagChoose a European country from those listed in the World Almanac Chart on pgs 304-307Research when the flag was created and the meaning of the symbols and colors used.Create a replica (model) of the flag. You could use felt, scraps of cloth, cardstock, cardboard, construction paper or something creative. Remember, you’re not just drawing the flag.Using the information you found from your research, write a paragraph explaining the meaning of the colors and symbols of the flag. HAVE FUN and take pictures of your flag and send it to us!!Research National AnthemsChoose a European country to explore the history behind and the lyrics of its national anthem.Use the internet to conduct your research.Find a recording of the national anthem and listen to it.Type or print the lyrics of the song.Write a brief summary about the history behind your country’s national anthem.If you play an instrument, see if you can’t learn how to play the national anthem!HAVE FUN!! ................
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