India Unit: India & the Indian Perimeter Geography April 1-18, 2016 India Unit: India & the Indian Perimeter

Announcements Re-Emphasis of Classroom Rules Cellphones Away when Class Begins. This is common sense. I shouldn’t have to tell you this Every. Single. Day. Excessive gum chewing will result in a phone call home and a disciplinary essay. Having more than 3 tardies will result in a phone call home and after school detention. Food Allowed: Water, coffee, tea. Cheetos AWAY Grading & Late work Policy All late work during Semester 2 is grades 50% off in addition to incorrect / incomplete answers. Unless there is a situation beyond your control, in which case I need a note and signature of some kind as to the reason of your absence. Example: 20 points = 10 points.

India and the Indian Perimeter Objective: SWBAT overview India and the Indian Perimeter and discover the many unique and differing aspects of South Asia compared to other areas. Essential Question: What are the three main landform regions of India? What are the major rivers in India? What climate types does India have? What natural resources does India have?

Warm-up: CNN Student News Write a ONE SENTENCE summary on one news story from CNN Student News. Summary: “A brief statement or account of the main points of something. Discussion to follow: What do you think?

Collect Homework Turn in Guided Reading article: The Chicken Industry Lays an Egg

Assignment India & the Indian Perimeter Questions and Terms

India Unit India’s History Geography April 1-18, 2016 India Unit India’s History

Announcements Re-Emphasis of Classroom Rules Late work Policy Cellphones Away when Class Begins. You may use your cellphones during classroom activities. Chewing gum is allowed, but be respectful. Food Allowed: Water, coffee, tea. Cheetos AWAY, Carrots OKAY Late work Policy All late work more than 3 weeks late during Semester 2 is graded 50% off in addition to incorrect / incomplete answers. Unless there is a situation beyond your control, in which case I need an official note and signature of some kind as to the reason of your absence. Example: 20/20 points = 10/20 points. Quarter 4 Grade Policymore For students who received an F in Quarter 3, in order to pass the class, maintain at least a C (67.90, 68.00, 69.00 – 77.80) AND do all of the Extra-Credit essays on the Semester 2 Final Exam and you WILL PASS Quarter 4.

Section 2 – India’s History Objective: SWBAT overview India and the Indian Perimeter and discover the many unique and differing aspects of South Asia compared to other areas. Essential Question: What outside groups affected India’s history? What was the Mughal Empire like? How did Great Britain gain control of India? Why was India divided when it became independent?

Warm-up: CNN Student News Write a ONE SENTENCE summary on one news story from CNN Student News. Summary: “A brief statement or account of the main points of something. Discussion to follow: What do you think?

Outside Groups affected India’s history: Indo-Aryans (1500 BCE) – Took control of northern India; spoke a form of Sanskri; formed the beginnings of Hindu. Islam – Muslims raided India (1000 CE); Delhi sultanate gained control of northern India, which becomes a center of Islamic art, culture, and Science; Islam expands into the Deccan. Central Asian invasion begins the Mughal Empire (early 1500’s).

The Mughal Empire: Babur defeats the Delhi sultan and takes over northern India Akbar reunited the empire and expanded into central India Akbar’s reign was a golden age of architecture, painting, and poetry. Mughals were Muslim but Hinduism remained dominant. 1600s-1700s – Wars and revolts weaken the empire.

Great Britain gains control of India: 1600s – English East India Company wins rights to trade in the Mughal Empire; takes control of small trading posts. English East India Company builds a military force of sepoys; the company controlled more than half of India by the mid-1850s. British change the economy to benefit British industry.

Great Britain gains control of India (Cont.) British government began to rule directly after crushing the Indian Mutiny in 1857. Mohandas K. Gandhi’s protests increased pressure on Britain to leave India.

Post World War II – British decide to leave India. India’s Division: Post World War II – British decide to leave India. India’s Muslims demand a separate state. 1947 – British divide India into two independent countries: India and Pakistan.

Taiga Forest – Wood – Lumberjack Oil Shale – Oil – Engineer Closure: Brainstorm 3 occupations (jobs) in Southeast Asia that depend on the listed physical features and resources from the activity / notes. Example: Taiga Forest – Wood – Lumberjack Oil Shale – Oil – Engineer Pacific Ocean – Fish – Marine Biologist Volcanic Soil – Geothermal – Power plant Technician

Geography April 1-18, 2016 India Today

Announcements Re-Emphasis of Classroom Rules Late work Policy Cellphones Away when Class Begins. You may use your cellphones during classroom activities. Chewing gum is allowed, but be respectful. Food Allowed: Water, coffee, tea. Cheetos AWAY, Carrots OKAY Late work Policy All late work more than 3 weeks late during Semester 2 is graded 50% off in addition to incorrect / incomplete answers. Unless there is a situation beyond your control, in which case I need an official note and signature of some kind as to the reason of your absence. Example: 20/20 points = 10/20 points. Quarter 4 Grade Policymore For students who received an F in Quarter 3, in order to pass the class, maintain at least a C (67.90, 68.00, 69.00 – 77.80) AND do all of the Extra-Credit essays on the Semester 2 Final Exam and you WILL PASS Quarter 4.

India Today Objective: SWBAT explore the differing cultural aspects of Southern Asia through comprehensive guided reading. Essential Question: What four major religions originated in India? What is the caste system? What languages are important in India? What kind of government does India have, and what is India’s economy like?

Warm-up: CNN Student News Write a ONE SENTENCE summary on one news story from CNN Student News. Summary: “A brief statement or account of the main points of something. Discussion to follow: What do you think?

Four Major Religions Originated in India: Hinduism — reincarnation; karma; respect for cows Buddhism — Siddhartha Gautama (500s BCE); nirvana Jainsim — all things in nature have souls Sikhism — late 1400s; combines Hinduism and Islam; many men are soldiers

Birth determines position in society. The Caste System: Birth determines position in society. Higher castes cannot even touch lower castes. Dalits do work that higher castes consider unclean. The caste system was officially abolished after independence but remains a strong force. Government is working to improve the economic conditions for the Dalits.

The Important Languages in India: Hindi is the official language and is spoken by 30 percent of the people. There are 24 languages with a million or more speakers. English is common in government, business, and higher education.

India’s Government: Democratic — based on Britain’s parliament; shares power with states; politics marked by violence and assassinations; border disputes with Pakistan over Kashmir

Poor transportation and communication stunt growth. India’s Economy: Sixty percent of the people are farmers; the green revolution encouraged modern farming. Industries include textiles, jewelry, cars, bicycles, oil products, chemicals, food processing, electronics, and moviemaking. Poor transportation and communication stunt growth.