Transcript By: Rosalyn Ford

Does
where we live
influence how we live?
How are we connected
with each other and the
world?
Does geography affect
where we live?
By:
Rosalyn Ford
What
is geography?
Elements of geography
What is culture?
Elements of culture
Geographia (Greek origins)
Geography is the study of the natural features of
the earth's surface and its various climates,
countries, peoples, and natural resources.
 Three
defining
questions…
◦ What is located
where?
◦ Why are things
located where
they are?
◦ What is the
significance?
1. The World in
Spatial Terms
 2. Places and
Regions
 3. Physical Systems
 4. Human Systems
 5. Environment and
Society
 6. Uses of
Geography
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Tools geographer’s use to study features on earth.
Place
Human features
Physical features
Region united by similar physical conditions
Region
United by common cultural traits
People adapt to the environment
Interaction
People change the environment
Absolute location (latitude and longitude)
Location
Relative location (in relation to another place)
Travel from place to place
Movement
Exchange of goods and ideas
Culture is the way of life of a group of
people.
Culture is the specific traits, behaviors,
attitudes, and traditions passed on
through the generations of families. It
can also include beliefs and any other
things that have come from your family
specifically.
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Language
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Shelter
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Clothing
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Economy
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Religion
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Education
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Values
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Climate
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Government/Laws
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Recreation/Entertainment
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Area: 513,115 sq. km.
Capital—Bangkok
Languages: Thai (official
language)
English is the second
language
Malay and regional dialects.
Buddhist 93%-94%,
Muslim 5%-6%,
Christian 1%, Hindu,
Brahmin, other.
Muay Thai(kick boxing)
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Area: 752,612 sq. km. slightly
larger than Texas.
Capital—Lusaka
Entertainment: Soccer
Climate: Generally dry and
temperate.
Languages:
English (official)
about 70 local languages and
dialects
Tonga, Bemba, Lozi, Kaonde,
Lunda, Luvale, and Nyanja.
Religions:
Christian
indigenous beliefs
Muslim
Hindu
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Area: 3.29 million sq. km.
Religions:
Hindu 80.5%
Muslim 13.4%
Christian 2.3%
Sikh 1.9%
other groups including Buddhist
Languages:
Hindi
English
16 other official languages
India occupies 2.4% of the world's
land area
It supports over 15% of the world's
population.
Entertainment: dance, music,
cinema
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What is the definition of Geography?
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Name three themes of geography?
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Name three essential elements of geography?
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What is the definition of culture?
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What are five elements of culture?
www.state.gov
http://www.p12.nysed.gov/ciai/socst/grade3/geograph.ht
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http://www.una.edu/geography/statedepted/themes.html