1. Africa
Bell Ringer Lesson 1

2. Bell Ringer
Using the map on page 127, which geographic features covers most of East Africa?

3. Text Reading Read the paragraph on page 127, Grasslands and Deserts.
Create a fishbone chart to gather information on the Savannas of Africa.

4. Climate Zone Maps Using the map handout…
In your group, complete the climate zone map.
Answer the following questions:
1) What motives would traders have to travel across the Sahara desert?
2) What supplies would you need to cross the Sahara?

5. Exit Ticket
Answer the following question in a five to seven sentence answer:
“How did the climate of the Sahara affect trade in Africa?”