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The Theme of Place

The Theme of Place. In studying ‘ Place ’ in geography, the physical characteristics (the way it looks) of the country are considered Examples: - What are the major geographic features of Canada? - Is the land flat or hilly?

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The Theme of Place

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  1. The Theme of Place

  2. In studying ‘Place’ in geography, the physical characteristics (the way it looks) of the country are considered • Examples: - What are the major geographic features of Canada? - Is the land flat or hilly? - Are there rivers, lakes or oceans?

  3. By describing the landscape and climate of Canada, a clearer picture of what the people of Canada have had to endure to carve their country out of the wilderness can be visualized.

  4. Also considered in place geography are human characteristics. • This includes looking at the 2 founding peoples and how they shaped our country • A study of other ethnic groups within the country would also help give a clearer picture of what is Canadian

  5. Looking at the work of noted artists such as Emily Carr and the Group of Seven allows Canada to be seen through the eyes of Canadians.

  6. EmilyCarr is one of Canada's most beloved artists and authors Tom Thompson A.Y. Jackson

  7. Here are some questions to consider when place geography of a country is being studied: What do you see? What does the land look like? What do the people look like? What smells do you smell? What sounds do you hear?

  8. Canada’s Physical RegionsCanada can be divided into six distinct physical regions.

  9. The Atlantic Region

  10. The Great Lakes- St. Lawrence

  11. The Canadian Shield

  12. The Plains

  13. The Cordillera

  14. The North

  15. PPt Project • Groups of 3 students will create a PowerPoint Presentation on the physical region given them by the teacher. Class time will be provided; be sure to use it well. The project must have 10 slides and follow the format given. Upon completion it must be placed in the shared 702 drive and be called the names of your group. Ex. johnmarysusan.ppt

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