1. With the students around you consider what the answer of this practice warm up might be. See if you all can come to an agreement
Which economic ($) level of activity do we gather raw natural resources?
Agriculture
Manufacturing
Wholesale
Retail

2. World Geography
Do you know how many oceans and continents there are? Can that number change over time?

3. Historically, there are four named oceans: the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, and Arctic. However, most countries - including the United States - now recognize the Southern (Antarctic) as the fifth ocean. The Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian are known as the three major oceans.
Oceans

4. By convention there are seven continents: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and Antarctica. Some geographers list only six continents, combining Europe and Asia into Eurasia. In parts of the world, students learn that there are just five continents: Eurasia, Australia, Africa, Antarctica, and the Americas.
To some geographers, however, "continent" is not just a physical term; it also carries cultural connotations. For example, Europe and Asia are physically part of the same landmass, but the two areas are culturally diverse. (That is, the various cultural groups in Asia have more in common with one another than with those of Europe.)
Continents

5. “What’s the difference between a physical map and a political map
“What’s the difference between a physical map and a political map?” I am glad you asked Mickey!

6. Physical maps often include much of the same data found on a political map, but their primary purpose is to show landforms like deserts, mountains and plains. Their topography style (or relief) presents an overall better picture of the local terrain.
Physical Maps

7. Political maps are designed to show governmental boundaries of countries, states and counties. They can also indicate the location of major cities, and they usually include significant bodies of water.
political maps

8. National Geographic and National Ocean Service
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