Homework - Due 12.21.11

Complete table of Geoterms 18 (symbol/visual, definition and sentence)

Homework - due 12.20.11

Research questions - Soviet Union (use textbook, can be done on paper or on Juno)

Homework - Due 12.19.11

Study for Quiz 16 on Monday

Homework - Due 12.16.11

Processing 16 (on Juno)

Homework - Due 12.15.11

Create a visual/drawing that describes each of the Geo terms 16. Do not label the visuals!

Homework - Due 12.13.11

Geo terms 16 - Create sentences with each Geo term (not definitions)
(on Juno or paper)

Homework - Due 12.12.11

Research Question: Which 4 European countries are home to Boston Bruins' players?
(on Juno or paper - due in class)

Homework - 12.07.11

Study for test tomorrow
*Binder quiz on Friday*

Homework - Due 12.07.11

Complete the following review on Juno or on the handout you were given in class.

Review 14:

1. In order to be part of a( )countries need to give up control of their own affairs to work towards shared goals.

2. The European Union started with the creation of a ( )between the European countries.


3. This is an example of a centripetal force
a. different languages
b. european anthem
c. wage differences
d. national pride
e. all of the above

4. Mark True or false:
“When a member country does not agree with a decision made by the EU government , the country may refuse to obey the decision.”


5. What has the EU done to promote economic cooperation?
a. created a common currency
b. created a common market
c. reduced trade barriers
d. all of the above
e. none of the above

6. Which is a Centrifugal force within the EU?
a. common market
b. common flag
c. EU day
d. reduced barriers
e. growing size of the EU

7. Which of following have been created to promote a European cultural identity?
a. EU Flag
b. EU Anthem
c. EU Day
d. European Union Youth Wind Orchestra
e. All of the above

8. Which country has the most representation in the EU?
a. UK
b. Germany
c. Italy
d. Spain
e. Russia

9. Which country has the least representation in the EU?
a. Malta
b. Estonia
c. Spain
d. Italy
e. Luxembourg

10. Which of the following is a type of political cooperation?
a. FTAA
b. OPEC
c. ASEAN
d. NATO
e. All of the above

Homework

Review chapter 14 for test on Thursday
Go to Juno and revise your work

World battleground

Homework - Due 12.2.11

Read chapter 14 to answer essential questions 14(on Junoed.com or on paper)

Homework - Due 11.30.11

Go to Juno to create sentences using each of the Geo terms 14, and the word Europe.
(you can do it on paper if you prefer)

Homework - Due 11.29.11

Create a Trip to Europe:

1. Pick a country in Europe

2. Find 3 main things necessary, or things you cannot go without when traveling from U.S. to this country in Europe

3. Find ticket prices and airline

4. Find 2 must see landmarks to visit

This assignment can be done on paper or on Juno. Follow the directions below for Juno:
- Go to junoed.com
- If this is your first time on Juno: click sign up, use the sign up code that was given to you in class and follow the rest of the directions (your username should be your school ID, which is the same as jupiter grades)

- Click the assignment named "Trip to Europe"

- If this is not your first time on Juno/if you have already done the sign up: click sign in on the main page and write your username and password

- Click the assignment named "Trip to Europe"

Homework - due 11.28.11

Complete challenge 4 Questions below
(bonus points for those who have all the answers correct)

Homework - Due 11.21.11

Revise your draft and create a final draft of the writing on "Life in the Andes Mountains"

Homework - Due 11.16.11

1. Share your writing on Google docs or print and bring to class by Wednesday. Document should be named as followed: HR/Name/Andes
2. Study for Unit test of Latin America (chapter#9,11,12,13)

Homework - due 11.14.11

1. Type entire 1st draft (thesis, body and conclusion)
2. Save on a flash drive/ or print / or write down on paper
3. Bring to class on Monday (we will be working on it in class)

Homework- due 11.8.11

Create a thesis statement that answers the question "How's life in the 4 elevations of the Andes Mountains"

Homework - 11.7.11

Study for reading quiz of 13.3-13.6 tomorrow

Homework - Due 11.7.11

Homework - Due 11.4.11

Homework - Due 11.3.11

Study for quiz of chapter 12

Homework - 11.2.11 - Add your Name/HR to answer 1

Group Evaluation - Due 11.1.11

Homework - Due 10.31.11

Homework - Due 10.28.11

Homework - Due 10.27.11

Homework - Due 10.26.11

Online Test - Due by Monday

Test link will be available on Sunday. Click on the link and fill in all the required steps
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?hl=en_US&pli=1&formkey=dE9lZ2dIQWZLa05RU3JuQTh4Y2JuUGc6MQ#gid=0

Hurricane Pamphlet - Due Monday

Create a final draft of your pamphlet on Hurricanes

Quiz 11 - 10/21/11

Review: geoterms, parts/ stages of hurricanes, tracking/rebuilding after a hurricane

Essential Questions 11 - Due 10/19/11

Turn in the questions attached to the answers in class!

Final Draft of Article - Due 10/14/11

1. Go to your Google document 2. Check comments 3. Read and revise your article 4. Final revisions need to be done by the end of Thursday 5. This will count as a written project * Don't print the article if you did it on Google docs *

Review!

1st draft of Article "Mexico City" - Due 10/10/11

Include the following in your article:

1. A title

2. Introduction to Mexico city’s Geography and history (1paragraph)

3. Description of life in Mexico City - use examples from 3 neighborhoods (1P)

4. Summary and opinion about life in Mexico City (1P)

 5. 3 Geo terms

Directions to share your article: 

1. Open your gmail account

2. Go to documents (new window)

3. Create a new document named/titled as-HR#/Your Name/Mexico

4. Write or paste article on the google doc

5. Click share document-write teacher’s Gmail: yaramlc21@gmail.com 

HR- 226 Bonus Activity - due Tuesday

A. Create an imaginary map. Include:
1. Global grid
2. Title
3. Legend
4. Map scale
5. Compass rose
6. A country and 2 cities (1 should be a capital)

B. Give the absolute location of the capital; give relative location of the capital

* Map should be complete and neat! Add color!

Homework - Due 10/05/11

Read chapter 9, work on the Geo Terms and answer the Essential Questions
(Turn in your answer in paper that is neat, typed if possible, and attached to the essential questions)

Reading - Latin America (132-139)

Homework - due 9/29

Read about Latin America (132-139) and add your notes in the organizer

Study guide for Test of Unit 1

Use this guide, your notes, essential questions and Geo terms to study for test tomorrow

Review questions 1

1.     Absolute location tells you

a.     where a place is compared to another

b.     the map projection being used to show a place

c.      the exact directions to a place

d.    none of the above

2.     Which 2 countries are entirely in the Western hemisphere?

a.     Europe and Africa

b.     Australia and Russia

c.     Canada and Argentina

d.     All of the above

3.     Maps distort

a.     Altitude

b.    Size and shape

c.      Scale

d.     None of the above

4.     It is used to show absolute location of any place on earth

a.     global grid

b.     legend

c.      compass

d.     scale

5.     Meridian of longitude is an imaginary line that runs

a.     parallel to the arctic circle

b.     parallel to the tropic of cancer

c.      from the prime meridian to the international date line

d.    from the north to the south pole

6.     What causes the changing of the seasons?

a.     the rotation of the earth around its axis

b.     distance between the sun and the earth

c.      division of the earth into hemispheres

d.    none of the above

7.     Which map component compares distance on map and earth?

a.     map grid

b.    map scale

c.      map legend

d.     ruler

8.     A map that shows resources is a type of

a.     political map

b.     regional map

c.      physical map

d.    thematic map

9.     Which of the following will you find on a map of physical features

a.     businesses

b.    waterways

c.      population

d.     vegetation

10. Which are examples of resources

a.     precious metals

b.     iron

c.      hydroelectric power

d.    all of the above

11. Which is not on an economic activity map?

a.     how the people make a living

b.     natural resources

c.     cities

d.     all of the above

12. How do geographers describe regions?

a.     Area with differing features

b.    area with 1 or more features that sets it apart from others

c.      Areas in the same hemispheres

d.     Areas with similar language

13. Use the map below to answer the following about Australia

a.     its size from North to south and from East to West

b.     its 3 most common resources

c.      which parts of the country have little or no activity

d.     which land uses are most common? Where is it common?

Thematic Maps...

Essential Questions 2 - due 9/26/11

Finish reading chapter 2, answer the essential questions and work on the Geo terms.

Reading - Chapter 1 and 2

Model UN - After School meeting 9/30 @ 2pm

Middle school Model UN club is meeting Friday after school @ 2pm. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a club, work on various skills, learn about the United Nations and get involved with students from across Massachusetts.
See me for sign up ASAP!

UNA-GB Model UN is an innovative educational program that engages public middle school and high school students in an exploration of current world issues through interactive simulations and curricular materials.  Model UN cultivates literacy and leadership as students explore important topics such as peacekeeping, trade, resource management and human rights.

Homework: Read chapter 2.1-2.3

Extra Points

Create your introduction with Google maps (add comments, pictures, etc). Email/Share it with me. Best ones will be posted on the blog! Have fun!

Homework - Due 9/16/11

Read chapter 1 and complete the Essential questions
Turn in answers to essential questions attached to the Reading guide

Introductions

Follow these directions to add your introduction to the blog:
-Click comments at the bottom of this post. This will open a new new page
- Look for "Post your comment"
- Copy and paste your typed Introduction/ or write your introduction (write your name/homeroom)
- Click Post comment once you're ready

Ps: Your introduction will not show automatically, since it needs to be approved by the teacher.

Welcome!

The new school year has started and I am very excited to be teaching World Geography for my fifth year. I wish the very best for all my students this year!