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Chapter 2: Studying Geography, Economics, and Citizenship
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Lesson 1: Studying Geography
How does geography influence the way people live?
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Displaying the Earth’s Surface
Globe Map
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Hemispheres Northern and Southern Eastern and Western Equator
Prime Meridian
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Longitude and Latitude
Parallel to Equator (0°) Measures North and South Longitude Parallel to the Prime Meridian (0°) Measures East and West
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Globes to Maps Maps distort what the earth really looks like
Multiple map projections that show the Earth on a flat sheet of paper
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Shows true shape and size
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Shows true projection and shape Does not show correct size or distance
Mercator Projection Shows true projection and shape Does not show correct size or distance
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East and West sides look bigger
Robinson Projection East and West sides look bigger
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Winkle Triple
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The Five Themes of Geography
Location Place Human-environment interaction Movement Regions
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Six Essential Elements of Geography
The world in spatial terms Looking at what is around you Places and regions Location Physical Systems Landforms, weather, plants and animals Human Systems How people shape their world Environment and society The relationship between people and the environment The uses of geography Helps us understand the relationships among people, places, and environments
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Types of Maps Political Map Physical Map
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Reading Maps Symbols Be aware of signs and pictures Scale
A line that tells you the distance represented in a map Cardinal directions Compass rose
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Using Charts, Graphs, and Diagrams
Show data in an organized way Graphs Various types: bar, circle, line Diagrams Special drawings
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How Do Geographers Study Population and Culture?
How many people live in a specific area or place Cloropleth A special map that shows population
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Take 2-3 minutes to write down what you think and give examples
What is culture? Take 2-3 minutes to write down what you think and give examples
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May change due to migration
Culture A set of beliefs, behaviors, and traits shared by the members of a group Language, religion, government, and customs May change due to migration
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Practicing Citizenship
Why do people form governments?
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Vocabulary Representative government Federal system
Citizens vote for officials Officials act in our interest Federal system Central government Separation of powers Three equal branches Check and balances Legislative branch Executive branch Judicial branch
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What is citizenship? Rights of Citizenship
The Seven Dynamics of Citizenship The right to seek life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness Freedom of expression Freedom of religion Right to a fair trial by a jury of their peers Right to vote and choose leaders Duties and Responsibilities of Citizenship Pay taxes Obey laws Serve on a jury Defend the country Understanding issues Respect others Service
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Naturalization Naturalization for Kids and Teens
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How can we help others around the world? Write down some ideas.
Global Citizenship How can we help others around the world? Write down some ideas.
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