Geography
Final Project
Framework
Name of country
By: Name
Display your nation’s flag
Map Political
Map- Physical
History Pre 1900
• Major eras of history from ancient to the premodern times
History Since 1900
• Major events/turning points from modern
history to today
Government
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What type of government do they have?
Date of Independence?
Who is the Head of State?
National Capitol?
Etc.
Economy
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Money System?
GDP?
Are they part of any trade alliances?
Major Industries?
Important Natural Resources?
Major Imports/Exports?
Etc.
Culture
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Major Ethnic groups?
Major Languages?
Major Religions?
Important Holidays & Festivals
Art, Music, Literature, Dance, Food, Customs?
Etc.
Tourist Attractions
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Important Historical Sites
Special Museums
National Parks
Tourist Attractions
Where you go & what would you do?
Locals Only
• What do the “average” people do in their
spare time?
– Entertainment
– Music
– Food & Drinks
– Festivals
– Sports
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Tastes, Sights & Sounds*
(*not a PowerPoint slide)
• On your presentation day bring in something
that represents the culture in your country
– Food samples
• Go to a market that has food from the “old country”
• Find a recipe and make it yourself!
– Music
– Art
– Historic Artifacts
Presentation Tips
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Be prepared with note cards
Ask how to pronounce difficult words in advance
Maintain a strong voice and eye contact
Keep the presentation moving to keep the class
interested
– 10 minutes- good…
– 11-14 minutes- too long…
– 15+ minutes- #wakemeupwhenitsover!
• Most important!!!
– Put some effort into your research so that you know what
you are talking about, do the work to become an “expert”