Vocabulary Match up
(I give definition/you give term)
(I give definition/you give term)
study of the world, its people, and the landscapes they create.
geography
hydrology
study of water on Earth
a flat drawing that shows all or part of Earth's surface
map
This theme of geography describes features that make a site unique.
place
Cutting of trees on a large scale is known as
Deforestation
What is our 8th grade guidance counselor's name?
Mr. Kelsey
Part of the world that has one or more common features that distinguish it from surrounding areas.
(Hint- starts with an R)
region
cartography
science of making maps
a spherical, or ball-shaped, model of the entire Earth
globe
People dancing and interacting would best describe which theme of geography?
human-environment interaction
What is the movement of people from one place to another with intentions of settling, permanently or temporarily, at a new location?
migration
What is the name of our secretary/administrative assistant in the 8th grade office?
Ms. Eason
Scientific study of life
Biology
Meteorology
study of weather and its causes
Images and information gathered by these (in space) help geographers make accurate maps.
satellite
This theme of geography describes where something is.
location
The two main branches of geography are _________ geography and _________ geography. (Nam one for full credit)
physical
human
Who is our Vice President?
Kamala Harris
five major ideas used to organize the study of geography.
themes
human geography
study of the world's people, communities, and landscapes
geographers use technology (a type of __________ programs) to create, update, and compare maps.
(Hint-starts with C)
computer
This theme explains how people, goods, and ideas get from one place to another
movement
Natural body of fresh water surrounded by land
lake
Who is the governor of Connecticut?
Ned Lamont
The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general or over a long period such as cold or hot.
climate
physical geography
study of the world's landforms, bodies of water, and other natural features.
A device that shows the cardinal directions used for navigation. (North, South, East, West)
compass
Name three of the five (5) themes of geography.
location (where something is)
place (features that make a site unique)
regions (areas that share common characteristics)
movement (how and why people and things move)
human-environment interaction (ways people interact with their environments)
An imaginary line around the Earth forming a great circle.
equator
Name three of the five oceans.
Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic, Antarctic