Homework: Reading Summary

Read chapter 2.5 and create at least 1 paragraph summary of the main ideas

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Homework- Due 6.8.12

Complete the "Final Review Questions" and bring to class (Final Review Questions are below on the blog and on edmodo as a folder)

Homework - Due 6.7.12

1. Read 35.1-35.2 to create sentences with each Geo terms 35 (on Juno)

2. Start reviewing for Finals (see previous posting for handouts that you can start working on). Final exam starts next Monday.

Final Exam Review - Questions

Final Exam Review - Terms

Homework - Due 6.6.12

 Use 2 maps of Oceania (Physical and Political boundaries) to answer the following questions: 

1.	Oceania is a region that is made out of 2 continents. Name them below  (1 pt)

	2.	Follow the coordinates to name the country found at 18 South, 178 East  (1 pt)

	3.	Name the southernmost country in this region  (1 pt)

	4.	Which U.S. state is located in this region?  (1 pt)

	5.	New Caledonia is a country that is a territory of this European country  (1 pt)

	6.	This physical feature divides north and south New Zealand:  (1 pt)

	7.	Name 3 deserts found in this region  (1 pt)

	8.	Highest mountain in this region  (1 pt)

	9.	Largest lake in this region:  (1 pt)

	10.	The southernmost peninsula in this region:  (1 pt)

Homework - Due 6.5.12

Read 27.1-27.2 to mark True or False. If true, explain or give example. If false, correct the sentence


1. Monsoons are caused by changes from low to high atmospheric pressure
2. The orographic effect has different effects/impacts on opposite sides of a mountain
3.The orographic effect occurs near the Nile River
4.People who live in the rain shadow often deal with floods and thunderstorms
5.In the summer there's high atmospheric pressure, which causes Monsoons in South Asia

Homework - Due 6.4.12

Reading Questions 32 (on Juno)

1.  Name 2 ways sneakers design has changed over time
2. Where are most sneakers designed? Why might this be?
3. Which 2 materials are used to make sneakers nowadays?
4. Where do most materials for sneakers come from? Why might this be?
5. What has changed about the location of sneakers manufacturing?
6. In which continent are most sneakers manufactured nowadays? Why might this be?
7. In which part of the sneakers production are freight containers important?

Student Final Presentation

Read the directions for the project, and email me your group and chapter of choice. You will need to meet with me, after school, the day before your presentation is due (have your presentation ready by then).

Objectives: Students will choose one chapter to read, understand the topic and create a presentation to demonstrate understanding of the topic

Chapter                           Date

27                                    June 5^th

35                                    June 7^th

33                                    June 12^th

Groups: 3-4 students (has to be approved by teacher)

Grading: This will count as a project grade (bonus points available for best presentation/best presenter)

Expectations – read chapter to create a Power Point, Google presentation or Keynote Presentation. Present your work in class!

Directions for Power Point, Google Presentation or Keynote Presentation

o   Geo terms

o   Main Topic

o   Subtopic (s)

o   Explanation

o   Global connections

o   Activity for class to test their knowledge of the topic

Directions for Oral Presentation

o   Speak clearly

o   Eyes on the audience

o   Use visuals and details from the slides to explain your topic

o   Don’t read from slides

Homework - 5.29.12

1. Study for Quiz 30 tomorrow
2. Finish "China essay" and upload to edmodo.com as an assignment - Due 5.31.12

Homework - Memorial Day Weekend

Go to edomodo.com to access file "China Essay Outline"
Use your "Bucketing" file to create your essay outline by filling in the blanks (do this in word or google docs than email it to yourself)
Outline should be ready by class time on Tuesday!

Homework - Due 5.25.12

Go on to edmodo.com to finish your document analyses (A-F) and email it to yourself

Homework - Due 5.24.12

Go to edmodo.com to analyze and answer questions about your 3rd document (C). Save and email your answers!

Homework - Due 5.23.12

Create a thesis statement that answers the question "China's 1 Child Policy: Was it a good idea?". List 3 reasons in your statement.
(on Juno)

Homework - Due 5.22.12

Explain in about 1 paragraph, which is the best population plan (2 reasons) and which is the worst (at least 1 reason). You should use examples and details from your reading notes.

Homework - Due 5.21.12

Use your notes to complete the assignment for the section you were assigned in class

Reading Questions 30 – Mark true or false: If true, give and example or explain your answer. If false correct the sentence

30.3:

1. With this policy China was able to reduce the strain on food and have healthier families

2. Many people want a daughter if they can have only one child

30.4

1. Some of this plan’s negatives are unsafe river travel and loss of ecological/historical sites

2. This plan leas to a better environment

30.5

1. This plan encouraged a lot of migration

2. This plan has improved the lives of some Chinese

Homework- Due 5.18.12

Read 30.1-30.2 and create sentences with each of the Geo terms 30. No definitions!
(on juno)

Homework - Due by 5. 16.12

Review chapter 28 and go on Edmodo.com or Junoed.com to take Quiz 28 (timed quiz, can only be taken once)

Homework: Due 5.14.12

Use your notes from 28.3-28.5 to mark true or false. If the statement is false re-write it to make it a true statement. If true, give an example to support the answer!

1.     In 2003, a U.S. call center worker earned $6,000 while one in India earned $46,000.
2.     Indian workers want IT jobs because IT jobs offer some of the best pay and working conditions in India.
3.     By 1847 about a third of all Indians spoke some English and more than 3 million graduated from college.
4.     The United States leads in technical education because it has made efforts to promote technical education.
5.     Not all Indians have an equal opportunity for education.