Does where we live influence how we live? How are we connected
with each other and the world? Does geography affect where we
live?
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By: Rosalyn Ford
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What is geography? Elements of geography What is culture?
Elements of culture
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Geographia (Greek origins) Geography is the study of the
natural features of the earth's surface and its various climates,
countries, peoples, and natural resources.
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Three defining questions What is located where? Why are things
located where they are? What is the significance? 1. The World in
Spatial Terms 2. Places and Regions 3. Physical Systems 4. Human
Systems 5. Environment and Society 6. Uses of Geography
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Tools geographers use to study features on earth.
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Culture is the way of life of a group of people. Culture is the
specific traits, behaviors, attitudes, and traditions passed on
through the generations of families. It can also include beliefs
and any other things that have come from your family
specifically.
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Language Shelter Clothing Economy Religion Education Values
Climate Government/Laws Recreation/Entertainment
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Area: 513,115 sq. km. CapitalBangkok Languages: Thai (official
language) - English is the second language - Malay and regional
dialects. Buddhist 93%-94%, Muslim 5%-6%, Christian 1%, Hindu,
Brahmin, other. Muay Thai(kick boxing)
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Area: 752,612 sq. km. slightly larger than Texas. CapitalLusaka
Entertainment: Soccer Climate: Generally dry and temperate.
Languages: - English (official) - about 70 local languages and
dialects - Tonga, Bemba, Lozi, Kaonde, Lunda, Luvale, and Nyanja.
Religions: - Christian - indigenous beliefs - Muslim - Hindu -
Hindu
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Area: 3.29 million sq. km. Religions: - Hindu 80.5% - Muslim
13.4% - Christian 2.3% - Sikh 1.9% - other groups including
Buddhist Languages: - Hindi - English - 16 other official languages
India occupies 2.4% of the world's land area It supports over 15%
of the world's population. Entertainment: dance, music, cinema
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What is the definition of Geography? Name three themes of
geography? Name three essential elements of geography? What is the
definition of culture? What are five elements of culture?
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www.state.gov
http://www.p12.nysed.gov/ciai/socst/grade3/geograph.ht ml
http://www.una.edu/geography/statedepted/themes.html
