Social Studies (2010) Grade(s): 5

SS10.5.1

Locate on a map physical features that impacted the exploration and settlement of the Americas, including ocean currents, prevailing winds, large forests, major rivers, and significant mountain ranges.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • How geographic features such as ocean currents, prevailing winds, large forests, major rivers, and significant mountain ranges influenced exploration and settlement of the Americas.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • Correctly use maps to identify various physical and cultural features, including natural harbors, states and capitals.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • Geographical features influenced the exploration and settlement of the Americas.

Vocabulary

  • impact
  • exploration
  • settlement
  • prevailing
  • legend (key)
  • physical features
  • cultural features
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