Transcript of Georgia? - Pepperell Middle School

Unit 1: Geographic
Understandings
August 6, 2015
 Review
Quiz from Wednesday
 Notes geographic regions of Georgia
 Skills Test Review from Coach Book
 Warm-up:
Do you plan on living in
Georgia your entire life? Explain
(2-3 sentences)
Locate Georgia in relation to region,
nation, continent, and hemispheres
 Region – An area of land that shares
common characteristics with itself but
whose characteristics are different
than other surrounding areas.
 Nation – Political division of land; also
known as a country.
– One of the seven large
areas of land that cover the surface of
the Earth. The seven continents are:
North America, South America,
Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and
Antarctica.
 Hemispheres – Half of the earth.
Refers to the halves of the earth
formed by the Equator (northern and
southern) and the Prime Meridian
(eastern and western).
 Continent
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Georgia is located in the following areas:
-Region: South, Southeast, etc.
-Nation (Country): U.S.A.
-Continent: North America
-Hemispheres: Northern and Western
Latitude and Longitude
 Latitude:
the angular distance north or
south from the equator of a point on
the earth’s surface, measured on the
meridian of the point
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Longitude: angular distance east or west
on the earth’s surface measured by the
angle contained between the meridian of
a particular place and some prime
meridian, as that of Greenwich, England,
and expressed either in degrees or by
some corresponding difference in time
August 7, 2015
 Map 1, 2, 3 pgs 6-8
 Notes: The Five Geographic
regions of Georgia
 Map Activity
 Warm-up #1: Based on your travel
in the state, describe the different
regions of the state. (2-3
sentences)
Standard:
 Describe
the five geographic
regions of Georgia’ include the
Blue Ridge Mountains, Valley and
Ridge, Appalachian Plateau,
Piedmont, and Coastal Plain
GA’s Physiographic Regions
 Georgia
is divided into 5 Physiographic
Regions: Coastal Plain, Piedmont, Blue
Ridge, Valley and Ridge, and
Appalachian Plateau.
 Each of these regions differ from each
other in location, size, population,
climate, resources, and numerous
other areas.
The Blue Ridge Region (pg.14-15)
Northeastern part of state
 Contains state’s highest and largest group
of mountains
 Brasstown Bald, Georgia highest mountain
(4,786 feet above sea level) is located here
 Mountains provide much precipitation
(water) for the state
 Sandy loam and clay soils
 Hardwood forests, vegetable farming, and
apples
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The Valley and Ridge Region Pg. (12-13)
 Between Blue Ridge Mountains and
Appalachian Plateau
 Low open valleys parallel to narrow
ridges
 Elevations ranges from 700 to 1600 feet
above sea level
 Forests and pastures dominate the
region
 Limestone and clay soils in the valley
 Shale and sandstone on the ridges
The Appalachian Plateau Region (pg. 10-11)
 Georgia’s
smallest physiographic
region
 Located in the Northwestern part of the
state.
 Many limestone caves, deep canyons,
rock formations
 Cumberland Plateau (Lookout
Mountain and Sand Mountain
separated by limestone ridges)
 Limestone, shale, and sandstone soils
August 10, 2015
 Introduce
Circle Map and Frame of
Reference- Who you are circle map
 Finish Geographic zones notes
 Map of Georgia HO
 Warm-up #2: Which of the geographic
regions of Georgia discussed would
you prefer to live in and why? (2-3
sentences)
Frame of Reference
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file:///C:/Users/brandonp/Downloads/Guidi
ng%20Questions%20for%20the%20Fram
e%20of%20Reference%20(1).pdf
The Piedmont Region (pg. 16-17)
Begins in mountain foothills and goes to
state’s central part
 Contains many of the large cities of Georgia
(Atlanta, Marietta, Athens, etc.) and most of
the state’s population.
 Gently sloping hills in north, flatlands in the
south
 Hardwood timber, pine, and agriculture
 Red clay and granite base
 Chattahoochee, Flint, Ocmulgee, and
Oconee rivers
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The Coastal Plain Region (pg. 18-19)
Largest region, three-fifths of state (60%)
 Inner Coastal Plain: Mild climate, good
underground water supply, state’s major
agriculture region
 Outer Coastal Plain (southwest corner):
rich soil for peanuts, pecans, corn, and
pulp production
 Low-lying freshwater wetlands (including
the Okefenokee Swamp) are located in
the southern portion of the state.
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August 11, 2015
 Quiz;
Finish Handout
 Notes: Physical features of Georgia
 Georgia Stories Video
 Warm-up #3: Create a circle map to
tell what you know about Georgia
History- (put GA History in the small
circle, 5 things you know about the
class in large circle with 2 drawings,
and 4 major themes of the class in
the frame around the circle)
Geography Video
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LD3t
wrwAtA
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Georgia is located in what region?
Georgia is located in what
country?
Georgia is located on what
continent?
Georgia is located in what 2
hemispheres?
Georgia has ____ geographic
regions.
Blue Ridge
Ridge and Valley Piedmont
Coastal Plain
Appalachian Plateau
6. Which region in located in extreme
northwest Georgia and has many
limestone caves, deep canyons, rock
formations?
7. Which region covers 60% of the state
and is know for sandy soil and
agriculture?
8. Which region is in the Northeastern
part of state and contains state’s highest
and largest group of mountains
Blue Ridge
Ridge and Valley Piedmont
Coastal Plain
Appalachian Plateau
9. Which region begins in mountain
foothills and goes to state’s central part?
10. Which region is between Blue Ridge
Mountains and Appalachian Plateau and
has low open valleys parallel to narrow
ridges
11. Which region is the smallest?
12. Which region has the largest
population?
Blue Ridge
Ridge and Valley Piedmont
Coastal Plain
Appalachian Plateau
13. Brasstown Bald, the states highest
point is located in what region?
14. Which region would you be in if you
were visiting a beach in Georgia?
15. What region are we currently in at
Pepperell Middle School?
August 12, 2015
Notes: Physical Features of GA
 It’s Your Turn Questions pg. 21 (All answers
must be in complete sentences.
 Ticket our the door Circle Map
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 Warm-up
#4: Copy and answer the
following
 In what area of Georgia is the
Appalachian Plateau located?
A: southwest
B: southeast
C: northeast
D: northwest
Standard:
 Locate
and evaluate the
importance of key physical
features on the development of
Georgia; include the Fall Line,
Okefenokee Swamp,
Appalachian Mountains,
Chattahoochee and Savannah
Rivers, and barrier islands.
The Fall Line
 Located where the
hilly or
mountainous
lands of the
Piedmont region
meet the coastal
plain region.
 Runs from
Columbus (west)
through Macon to
Augusta (east)
 Many
waterfalls caused by water from
the hills cutting channels into the
softer soil of the plains
 Fall Line waterfalls provide power
source for several Georgia
communities
The Okefenokee Swamp
 Named for the
Seminole Indian
word which means
“land of the
trembling Earth”
 Largest swamp in
North America (681
square miles)
 Freshwater
(not salt water) wetland
 Located south of Waycross
 Home to more than 400 species of
animals
 Water lies close to the surface
 President Franklin D. Roosevelt
created the Okefenokee National
Wildlife Refuge which protected land
and stopped logging companies from
cutting down the large, old trees.
Georgia Stories:
The Okefenokee Swamp
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http://www.gpb.org/georgiastories/story/ok
efenokee_swamp
The Appalachian Mountains
Very large
mountain range
which runs over
1,500 miles from
eastern Canada to
central Alabama.
 The southernmost
part of the
Appalachian
Mountain chain is
called the Blue
Ridge Mountains.
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Close to 100 miles of the Blue Ridge
Mountains extend into north Georgia.
 These mountains form the first barrier to
warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico.
The cool mountain air causes the moisture
in the air to condense and fall to the earth as
precipitation (rain, snow, etc.). This
precipitation forms the basis of many of
Georgia’s rivers.
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Chattahoochee River
 Begins in the Blue Ridge Region and
flows southwest toward Alabama and
into the Gulf of Mexico.
 The river is a fast moving creek north
of the Fall Line and can not be used for
boat travel most of the year. The river
flattens out and slows down south of
the Fall Line and can be used for
transportation.
 After
World War I the
Chattahoochee’s fast
moving water was
used to create
hydroelectric power
through dams.
 Provides most of the
drinking water for the
metropolitan Atlanta
area.
Savannah River
 Natural boundary between Georgia and
South Carolina.
 Begins at Lake Hartwell and flows
southwest toward the city of Savannah
before emptying in the Atlantic Ocean.
 Also
used as a source for hydroelectric
power.
 Provides most of the drinking water for
Augusta and Savannah
August 13, 2015
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Finish physical feature notes
Pg. 21
Circle map group activity
Brochure
Warm-up #5: Copy and circle the correct
answer
In which region is the Okefenokee Swamp, the
largest swamp in North America, located?
A. Blue Ridge
B. B. Coastal Plain
C. C. Piedmont Plateau
D. D. ridge and Valley
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Barrier Islands
Also known as the
Golden Isles (Spanish
explorers called the
islands “Islands of Gold).
 Form a barrier between
Georgia’s mainland coast
and the Atlantic Ocean.
 Helps to protect
Georgia’s mainland coast
from strong winds, waves
and ocean currents.
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Important to the state’s tourism. Many
people visit the beaches and resorts
 Jekyll, Sea Island, St. Simons, and Tybee
Islands are all connected to the mainland by
bridges but others can be reached by boats.
 Other industries on the barrier islands
include paper production and fishing.
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Brochure
 Title
page with picture
 For 5 remaining sections, underline
topic and list 4 facts about the topic
using bullets underneath
 Each section needs a picture- use color
 Be neat
 Put your name on bottom of title page,
when
August 14, 2015
 Quiz
 Finish
Brochure
 Climate Notes
 Warm up #6: Choose one of the
physical features of Georgia and
write 2 important facts about your
chosen feature
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Georgia is located in what region?
Georgia is located in what
country?
Georgia is located on what
continent?
Georgia is located in what 2
hemispheres?
Georgia has ____ geographic
regions.
Blue Ridge
Ridge and Valley Piedmont
Coastal Plain
Appalachian Plateau
6. Which region is located in extreme
northwest Georgia and has many
limestone caves, deep canyons, rock
formations?
7. Which region covers 60% of the state
and is know for sandy soil and
agriculture?
8. Which region is in the Northeastern
part of state and contains state’s highest
and largest group of mountains
Blue Ridge
Ridge and Valley Piedmont
Coastal Plain
Appalachian Plateau
9. Which region begins in mountain
foothills and goes to state’s central part?
10. Which region is between Blue Ridge
Mountains and Appalachian Plateau and
has low open valleys parallel to narrow
ridges
11. Which region is the smallest?
12. Which region has the largest
population?
Blue Ridge
Ridge and Valley Piedmont
Coastal Plain
Appalachian Plateau
13. Brasstown Bald, the states highest
point is located in what region?
14. Which region would you be in if you
were visiting a beach in Georgia?
15. What region are we currently in at
Pepperell Middle School?
16. The __________ is where the Piedmont
and Costal Plain meet, running the entire
width of the state.
17. True or False: The Okefenokee Swamp is
the largest swamp in the world.
18. Which river creates a natural boundary
between Georgia and South Carolina?
A. Chattahoochee River
B. Savannah River
C. Coosa River
D. St. Mary’s River
19. Which river creates a natural boundary
between Georgia and Alabama?
A. Chattahoochee River
B. Savannah River
C. Coosa River
D. St. Mary’s River
20. The Barrier Island of Georgia do not.
A. Protect the mainland of Georgia
B. All have bridges connecting them to the
mainland
C. Bring in a number of tourist from out of
state to visit
Bonus
 What
part of the Appalachian
Mountain chain is located in
Georgia?
August 17, 2015
 Intro.
Bubble Maps- Who I am
 Climate Notes
 Activity
 Warm up #7: How would you
describe the climate (normal
weather) of Georgia?
Georgia’s Climate
 Climate-
the type of weather a region
experiences over a long period of time
 Weather- the day-to-day conditions and
changes in the atmosphere
 The climate influences the types of
homes built, industries that develop,
clothing styles, and what crops are
grown
Temperature
 Overall,
mild temperatures, with a subtropical feel along the coast
 4 distinct seasons
 Vertical Climate- the higher the
elevation, the colder the temperature
 July is typically the hottest month,
January is the coldest
Precipitation
 Vital
to Georgia’s economy
 Snowfall mainly in Blue Ridge area
 40-52 inches of rain in the Southern
region and 65-76 inches in the northern
mountains
 July is the wettest month, October is
the driest on average
 Droughts/Impacts
Pg. 24
Winds/ Ocean Currents
 From the Gulf of Mexico and
Atlantic control summer months,
and winds from Alaska and Canada
control winter months
 Mainly run up the coast of Georgia
from the Caribbean, important for
trade by sea
Hurricanes
 Typically
occur June-November
 Wind and storm surge cause most
damage
 1893 Hurricane hit Savannah killing
1,000, 72 mph winds
 Hurricane strikes in Georgia are more
rare than Gulf Coast States
Tornadoes
 Average
of 21 per year in Georgia
 Most occur March to May, but can
happen any time of the year
 Very unpredictable
 1939 Gainesville tornado killed over
200, and injured over 1,600
August 18, 2015
 Finish Climate notes/assignment
 Notes: Transportation systems of
Georgia
 Georgia Stories Videos
 Warm-up #8: Create a bubble map
that describes the climate of
Georgia. (5 facts)
Assignment
1- Section 3 map skill questions (5 total) pgs
23-28 (Answer in complete sentences)
 2- Use the word GEORGIA to make notes
from unit 1- 1 Fact per letter
 Georgia is divided into 5 geographic
Regions
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Georgia is divided into 5 Geographic
Regions
 Ellijay is known for its apples during the fall
 Our state overall has a mild climate
 Regionally, Georgia is located in the South
 Georgia has a much better football team
than that school with the yellow jacket in
Atlanta
 In the Blue Ridge Mountains, people
experience more snow than the rest of the
state
 Atlanta is our capital
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Standard
 Explain
how the Interstate
highway System, HartsfieldJackson International Airport,
and Georgia’s deepwater ports,
and the railroads help drive the
state’s economy
Interstate Highway System
 Georgia’s transportation systems
are important to the state’s
economy
 15 Interstate Highways in Georgia
 Highways
move goods and people
around the state (trucking, personal
automobiles)
 Interstates join major cities with the
rest of the country
 I-20, I-75, and I-85 all run through
Atlanta
 I-95
passes through Georgia running
from Florida to Maine
 I-75 (Florida to Michigan)
 Interstates are used by people traveling
to their jobs, vacations, and
transporting goods across the country
Georgia Stories- Interstates
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http://www.gpb.org/georgiastories/stories/i
nterstate_highway_system
Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport
 One
of the busiest airports in the world
 Named after 2 Atlanta Mayors: William
Hartsfield (founded airport in 1925) and
Maynard Jackson (first African
American mayor of a major southern
city)
 Jackson’s name was added in 2003
following his death
 More
than 1,000 airplanes pass through
the airport daily going to all continents
except Antarctica and Australia
 Planes carry passengers (business and
travel) and cargo including mail
 Over 20 companies send cargo via HJ
Airport
 The
airport covers 4,700 acres and
has 5 runways
 Over 200 shops and restaurants
are located in the airport terminal
 Airport employees over 55,000 and
is the largest employer in Georgia
August 19, 2015
 Finish
transportation notes
 Transportation Bubble Maps
 Warm-up #9: List 2 benefits and 1
problem with Interstate Highways
Other Facts (do not copy)
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There are four fire stations at the Atlanta Airport
provided and staffed by the Atlanta Fire DepartmentAirport Division
The Atlanta Airport's underground automated people
mover connects all concourses with the terminal
Concourse "E" is the largest international concourse in
the US
The Atlanta Airport has more than 1296 toilets
The Atlanta Airport produces more than 57 tons of
trash everyday
250,000 passengers each day (over 91,000,000 per
year)
Georgia Stories- Airport
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http://www.gpb.org/georgiastories/stories/s
econd_busiest_airport_in_the_world
Deepwater Ports
 Georgia
has 2 ports managed by the
Georgia Ports Authority (GPA)
 Ports are located in Savannah and
Brunswick
 Ports open up the state for trade and
commerce with the world (shipping)
 Cargo,
automobiles, and dry bulk
goods are brought into the ports
 Terminals are in each port 2 Savannah
and 3 in Brunswick
 Rivers
in the western part of
Georgia use barges to come crude
oil and petroleum products
 Bainbridge and Columbus have
barge terminals
Railroads
 Move
freight and cargo from factories
and ports
 Norfolk-Southern and CSX are main
companies that run through Georgia
 All
transportation systems work
together to keep Georgia’s
economy working
 All are vital to moving people
and goods through the state
 Without these systems, jobs
would not exist
August 20, 2015
 Review
Jeopardy
 Warm-up
#10: copy and answer:
 Which industry is most affected by
Georgia’s climate?
A: Agriculture
B: Chemical
C: Mining
D: Transportation
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Test Friday Unit 1
August 21, 2015
Test
Warm
up: Write Test
August 24, 2015
Natural Features of GA PPT
 Warm-up #1: copy and answer the following:
Georgia’s deepwater ports ____.
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A.
B.
C.
Might close because air traffic is more
important
Open the state for trade with the world
Are only for goods coming into the state,
not leaving