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Social Studies Worksheets Grade Six Package

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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE

SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES

TOPIC: POLITENESS

WEEK1: POLITENESS – RULES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

FACTS & TIPS

What are Rules?

Rules are guidelines or instructions of doing or following something

correctly. They are the values that govern the conduct or behaviour

of a person.

The Importance of Rules:

-Rules are necessary to maintain society.

-They help all members of society behave themselves in an

acceptable manner.

-They help individuals to be better and more disciplined.

-If there are no rules then there would be lots of chaos and confusion

all around.

-Rules are important because they guide us.

- When used appropriately, rules provide a sense of predictability

and consistency for persons, thereby promoting physical and

emotional safety.

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-Rules help guide actions toward desired results.

-Without rules, there would be confusion among people. People

would not respect the rights of others.

-A society without rules can lead to discrimination and even cause

harm to individuals.

- Some examples of rules are courtesy rules, traffic rules, health rules

etc.

Rules are made for:

home school work place

country games travelling

Organizations and persons who formulate rules are:

• Home – parents

• School- head teachers

• Class- teachers and pupils

• Churches –priests

• Organizations such as business entities- directors and managers

• Country – Members of Parliament

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What are courtesy rules?

Courtesy rules would help individuals to have polite behaviours and

allow them to have proper manners.

A courteous person will:

• Hold the door open for someone.

• Write a thank-you note for a gift.

• Let an elderly person have the last seat on the bus.

Some Examples of Courtesy Rules are:

• If something comes up, make sure you contact others

immediately.

• Respect the needs of others in public.

• Always be respectful towards the people that serve you.

• Never embarrass another person. It is NOT polite to embarrass

someone.

What are Maxims?

➢ A maxim is a brief statement that contains a little piece of

wisdom or a general rule of behaviour.

➢ Maxims are sometimes written by a single author, for example

in the form of philosophical quotations.

➢ The defining characteristic of a maxim is that it's pithy –

meaning it is concise and full of meaning in just a few words.

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Examples of courtesy rules and maxims

• Be polite.

• Show care and concern for others.

• Remember to say please, excuse me, thank you and I am sorry

in different situations.

• Enquire from elders if they need assistance.

Rights and responsibilities of pupils.

It is very important to make pupils aware of their rights and

responsibilities when formulating rules at school and at home.

Pupils' rights at school are to be:

• treated with respect by staff and other pupils

• provided with educational opportunities.

• given the opportunity to develop their personality, talents and

mental and physical abilities to their fullest potential.

• consulted on decisions regarding future learning and on the

development and review of the school code of conduct

Pupils' responsibilities at school:

• show respect to others.

• behave in accordance with the published school code of

conduct.

• attend school regularly unless there is a good reason for

absence.

• be punctual in attendance at school and at individual classes.

• attend classes with whatever equipment is necessary.

• take good care of the school buildings, furniture, stationery and

equipment.

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Consequences of Breaking Rules:

-Rules broken at home and school can result in punishment such as

the taking away of certain privileges.

ON YOUR OWN

Answer these questions:

1. Define the term rules. ___________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

2. List two importance of having rules.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

3. Identify two places that have rules.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

4. Who is responsible for formulating rules in a church?

__________________________________________________________________

5. Name one form of punishment you are likely to face if you break a

school rule.

___________________________________________________________

6. Write two courtesy rules

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

7. Name two rights of a child. _____________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

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8. One responsibility of a child is ___________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

9. What advice can you give to a friend who disobey rules?

__________________________________________________________________

10. List 5 good manners that children should have.

➢ ____________________________

➢ ____________________________

➢ ____________________________

➢ ____________________________

➢ ____________________________

HOMEWORK

1. Write one house rule that you think the children in your home

should obey.

____________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________

2. Name two ways in which workers can be disciplined.

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

3. Write 3 courtesy rules and maxims to be always obeyed.

• __________________________________________________________

• __________________________________________________________

• __________________________________________________________

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TOPIC: RELIGIOUS AND NON – RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS

WEEK 2: RELIGOIUS HOLIDAYS.

FACTS/TIPS.

➢ In Guyana, there are three main religious groups. These groups

are Christians, Hindus, and Muslims. These groups celebrate

holidays in their own special ways.

Christians

➢ Christmas - (which means "The Mass of Christ") is a Christian holiday

that refers to the birth of Jesus. The day known as Christmas Day is

celebrated on the 25th day of December.

➢ Good Friday is a solemn season because it marks the death of

Jesus.

➢ Easter signifies the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Hindus

➢ Hindus celebrate Diwali by lighting diyas, praying, and fasting.

➢ Phagwah is a joyous occasion for the Hindus. It marks the

beginning of spring. It celebrates good over evil.

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Muslims

➢ Youman Nabi celebrates the birth and death anniversary of the

prophet Muhammed.

➢ Eid-ul-Adha ('Festival of Sacrifice') is one of the most

important festivals in the Muslim calendar. The festival

remembers the prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his

son when God ordered him to as a demonstration of his

love for God.

➢ Eid-ul -Fitr is celebrated at the end of the month of Ramadan.

This is not a National Holiday in Guyana.

ON YOUR OWN

Provide answers to the following questions.

1. There are _____________ main religious groups in Guyana.

2. The celebration of the birth and death of prophet Muhammed is

celebrated by the ______________________

3. Sue is playing Phagwah with her friends. Which religious holiday is

she likely celebrating?

__________________________________________________________________

4. State two ways Hindus celebrate Diwali.

__________________________________________________________________

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5. Two Christian holidays are

_________________and__________________.

HOMEWORK

Write two paragraph on how Phagwah is celebrated in your

community.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

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TOPIC: RELIGIOUS AND NON – RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS

WEEK 2: NON - RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS.

FACTS/TIPS.

Mashramani Day (February 23)

This is celebrated in observance of the anniversary of Guyana’s

Republican status. Mashramani is an Amerindian word meaning

“celebration after hard work”

Labour Day or Workers Day or May Day (May 01)

On this day the workers remember Hubert Nathaniel Critchlow, the

father of trade unionism. They unite in solidarity under their trade

unions and march the streets. Hubert Nathaniel Critchlow fought for

the rights of workers.

Caricom Day (July 04) or Caribbean Day

This is usually observed on the first Monday in July in observance of

the formation of Caricom.

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New Year’s Day (January 01)

This is the first day of the year. On this day families gather for special

celebrations where they eat and be merry.

Independence Day (May 26)

Independence Day is marked by a Flag Raising Ceremony. Guyana

gained its independence from Britain on the 26th May,1966.

Arrival Day (May 05)

Arrival day marks the date on which indentured immigrants came to

Guyana.

St. Stephen’s Day (December 26)

This holiday is referred to as Boxing Day. Guyanese observe this day

by visiting friends, picnicking and going to parties.

Emancipation or Freedom Day (August 01)

This holiday commemorates the abolition of slavery.

Mashramani celebration in the streets of Georgetown

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Workers listening attentively to their union representative.

ON YOUR OWN

1. What are the names of two non-religious holidays in Guyana?

______________________________and__________________________

2. Another name for Labour Day is __________________________

3. Suggest one thing workers do on May 1 every year.

_____________________________________________________________

4. Why do you think Guyanese are always happy to celebrate

New Year’s Day? _______________________________________________

5. Which holiday is celebrated to “mark freedom to rule oneself”?

_____________________________________________________________

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HOMEWORK

Write a letter to a friend in another country, asking him/her to come

and celebrate a non-religious holiday with you. You must describe

the holiday.

SOME OBSERVANCES ARE:

1. Commonwealth Day - is observed on the second Monday in

March. This day is not a holiday. The day is celebrated with

activities planned by each member country.

2. Youth week – this week is observed during Independence Week

celebration. It is dedicated to the youths of the country. This week

gives them an opportunity to participate in activities, which will

help to develop them and the communities in which they live.

3. Enmore Martyrs’s Day – On this day we honour the sugar workers

who were killed. A monument was erected in honour of the

five heroic sugar workers, Rambarran, Pooran, Lallabagee,

Surajballi and Harry, who were killed during a massive working

class protest against the social and economic conditions on

the sugar estates.

4. Fire Prevention week - During Fire Prevention Week, children,

adults, and teachers learn how to stay safe in case of a fire.

Firefighters provide lifesaving public education in an effort to

drastically decrease casualties caused by fires.

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5. Remembrance Day - Armistice Day is on 11th November and is

also known as Remembrance Day. It marks the day World War

One ended, which is actually 11am on the 11th day of the 11th

month, in 1918. People remember those who were lost in the war

by hosting a wreath laying ceremony at the Cenotaph, holding

a two-minute silence and by wearing a red poppy.

6. Education Month- this is observe in the month of September.

Guyana's Education Month is a celebration of the nation's young

people. It aims to promote learning and the importance of

education, not just on an individual level, but in terms of

benefiting society as a whole. Education Month is celebrated

with many activities across Guyana.

During this month world Literacy Day is also observed on

September 8th. This observance is an annually event around

the world to remind the public of the importance of literacy.

Children participate in reading, singing, drama, art competitions,

impromptu speech, quiz, etc.

7. Indigenous Heritage Month –This celebration is observed in the

month of September annually. Guyanese become increasingly

aware of the contributions of the Indigenous Peoples, in their Arts

and in their contributions towards development. Special

activities are organized to celebrate this period.

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8. Agriculture Month – this is observed in the month of

October. Guyana's annual Agriculture Month is an opportunity

for people to learn more about the current state of agriculture in

the country, celebrate recent achievements and successes, and

get a sneak peek at the future of the industry. During this month

we also observe World Food Day.

World Food Day (October 16th) promotes global awareness and

action for those who suffer from hunger.

9. Breast Cancer Awareness Month - The Breast Cancer Awareness

Month is observed in the month of October, across the world. It

helps to create awareness and provide support for cancer

patients. It encourages persons to get early detection and

treatment as well as palliative care of this disease.

10. Tourism Awareness Month - Tourism Awareness Month is

observe in the month of November. It puts the country’s tourist

destinations on the spotlight. The tourism and hospitality sector

promotes events to highlight the country’s observance.

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REVIEW


1. One main religious holiday in Guyana is

___________________________________________________________.

2. Phagwah is to Hindus as Easter is to

____________________________________________________________.

3. Bibi was preparing for the holiday that involves Abraham

Sacrificing his son. Which holiday will this most likely be?

_____________________________________________________________.

Use the picture below to answer questions 4-6.

4. The lighted lamps in the picture is called ____________________.

5. Name the religious group that celebrates the holiday

associated with the picture above? ______________________________

6. State one important thing that celebrants do to mark this

holiday.

__________________________________________________________________

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7. Which non-religious holiday do think Trinidadians will be

celebrating at the same time with us?

________________________________________________________________

8. Give one reason why Labour Day is important to workers.

__________________________________________________________________


9. Give the date when the people shown in the picture first arrived in

Guyana.

__________________________________________________________________

10. Why did they come to Guyana?

__________________________________________________________________

11. What does indentured immigrants mean?

__________________________________________________________________

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12. Which continent did they most likely come from?

__________________________________________________________________

For questions 13-15, write T for True and F for False.

13. Christmas is a Christian holiday. _________________.

14. Caricom Day is observed on the first Monday in July.

______________.

15. Labour Day is a religious holiday. ________________.

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TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY

WEEK: 3 - COMMUNITIES IN THE ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONS

FACTS AND TIPS

What is a community?

A community is an area where a number of families live and interact

with each other.

-In an Administrative Region, there are different types of

communities. Some of these communities are Amerindian villages,

others are towns or villages.

Communities found in the Administrative Regions

REGION COMMUNITY

1

Mabaruma, Port Kaituma

2

Anna Regina, Dartmouth

3

Vreed en Hoop, Uitvlugt

4

Georgetown, Victoria, Paradise

5

Fort Wellington, Belladrum

6

New Amsterdam, Corriverton

7

Bartica, Issano

8 Paramakatoi, Mahdia

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9

Aisalton, Lethem, Dadanawa

10

Linden, Kalkuni

Map of Guyana showing some communities in the Administrative

Regions

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OWN YOUR OWN:

ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS. Write your answers on the lines provided.

1. List two types of communities that are found in the

Administrative Region number 4.

_______________________________________

_______________________________________

2. Anna Regina is to Region Two as Linden is to ________________.

Match the names of the communities to the Administrative

Regions in which they are found.

Communities Regions

3. Bartica

4. Lethem

5. Mabaruma

9

1

7

8

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HOMEWORK:

One the map of Guyana below, insert the following places:

Georgetown Paramakatoi Dadanawa Fort Wellington

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WEEK 3: ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONS.

FACTS/TIPS:

Guyana is divided into ten Administrative Regions. Each region has a

name.

Map of Guyana showing the Ten Administrative Regions

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Names of Each Administrative Region:

OWN YOUR OWN:

ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

1. How many Administrative Region is Guyana divided into?

__________________

Match the Regions to their names.

Region Name

4

7

9

Upper Takutu – Upper Essequibo

Demerara –Mahaica

Cuyuni – Mazaruni

REGION NAME

1 Barima – Waini

2 Pomeroon – Supenaam

3 Essequibo Islands – West Demerara

4 Demerara – Mahaica

5 Mahaica – Berbice

6 East Berbice – Corentyne

7 Cuyuni – Mazaruni

8 Pataro – Siparuni

9 Upper Takutu – Upper Essequibo

10 Upper Demerara – Upper Berbice

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Study the map of Guyana below and answer the questions.

5. Which Administrative Region does the shaded portion represent?

_________________________.

HOMEWORK:

On the map of Guyana below, colour to show the following

Administrative Regions.

-Region 4 in red

-Upper Demerara, Upper

Berbice in blue

-Potaro Siparuni in orange

- Region 1 in purple

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REVIEW


Write your answers on the lines provided.

1. Name one type of community that is found in the Administrative

Region that has banks and other important places.

_________________________________________________________________

2. What is the name of Region Eight?

_________________________________________________________________

3. Which Administrative Region is named Pomeroon – Supenaam?

___________________________________________.

Study the map below and answer questions 4 and 5.

4. Which Administrative Region is shaded on the map above?

_______________________________________

5. Name one community that can be found in this Region.

_____________________________________

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Match the Administrative Regions to their correct names.

Administrative Region Name 6. Three

7. Six

8. Ten

East Berbice – Corentyne

Upper Demerara – Upper

Berbice

Essequibo Islands – West

Demerara

9. In which Administrative Region can you find the community

Dadanawa? ___________________________________

10. What name is given to the town which is found in Region Two?

___________________________________

Study the map below and answer the questions.

11. On the map above place an X on the Administrative Region named

Mahaica - Berbice.

12. Use your green crayon to colour Region Ten.

A

B

C

B

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WEEK 4: NATURAL REGIONS.

FACTS/TIPS: What are Natural Regions?

Natural Regions are areas which have similar features such as soil,

build of land, plants or vegetation and climate.

Guyana has four Natural Regions. These are:

1. The Low Coastal Plain

2. The Hilly Sand and Clay Region

3. The Forested Highland Regions

4. The Interior Savannahs

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Map of Guyana showing the Four Natural Regions

OWN YOUR OWN:

Answer all questions.

1. Explain briefly what a natural region is.

_____________________________________________________________

2. How many natural regions is Guyana divided into?

____________________________________________________________

3. Which natural region is located closest to the Atlantic Ocean?

_____________________________________________________________

4. Which is the largest natural region?

_____________________________________________________________

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5. Which natural region lies to the south of the Low Coastal Plain?

_____________________________________________________________

HOMEWORK:

1. On the map of Guyana below insert the four natural regions.

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WEEK 4: NATURAL REGIONS- The Low Coastal Plain

FACTS/TIPS:

-The Coastland is the most important region of Guyana for

agriculture because of its flat plains and fertile soil. It is also the most

populated region.

-It is a narrow strip of land about 432 km long and begins at Point

Playa in the north and extends to Crabwood Creek on the

Corentyne.

-It is located along the Atlantic Ocean and is about 4 to 8 feet

below sea level at high tide.

-The Coastland is protected by sea walls and dykes.

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Occupation:

Major Economic activities and important places on the Coastland

are:

Economic Activities Important Places

Agriculture:

-Rice and sugarcane cultivation

- Fruit, ground provision and vegetable

farming

-Growing of coconuts

- Livestock farming

-Fishing

-Public Servants

-Trading and banking

Five Towns:

-Georgetown, the capital city

-Anna Regina

-New Amsterdam

-Rose Hall

-Corriverton

-The Tapakuma Irrigation project

-Mainstay Lake

-Ituribisci Lake

Other Physical Features of the Coastland:

Built Soil Vegetation Climate

-Flat plains -silty

-loam

-pegasse

-clay

courida

-mangrove

-shrubs

-grass

-2 wet and 2

dry seasons

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OWN YOUR OWN:


Give one reason why the Low Coastal Plain is suitable for

agriculture.

_____________________________________________________________

1. State two ways in which the people on the coastland earn their

livelihood.

____________________________________________________________

2. Name the types of soil found on the Low Coastal Plains.

_____________________________________________________________

3. List two types of vegetation found on the Low Coastal Plain.

_____________________________________________________________

4. State one reason why the Low Coastal Plain is the most populated.

_____________________________________________________________

HOMEWORK:

Write two interesting facts you learnt about the Low Coastal Plain.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

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REVIEW

Write your answers on the line.

1. Guyana is divided into ______________ natural regions.

2. Name the natural region in which you live.

__________________________________________________________

3. On the map below insert the natural region you named in question

2.

4. How many feet below sea level is the Coastland during high tides?

____________________________________________________________

5. The Low Coastal Plain begins at ______________________ in the

north.

6. Name the ocean that is closest to the Coastal Plain.

_____________________________________________________________

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7. What protects the Coastland from the waters of the ocean named

at question 6?

___________________________________________________________

8. Name two agricultural crops that are grown on a large scale on

the Coastal Plain.

___________________________________________________________

9. Name two towns which are located on the Low Coastal Plain.

________________________________________________________

10. Name the town in which the capital city of Guyana can be

found.

_________________________________________________________

11. Two lakes which can be found in this region are the Ituribisci

Lake and the __________________________________________________

12. Which of the following below best describes the build of the

Coastland?

hilly flat mountainous sandy

13. Describe briefly the type of vegetation which is grown on the

Low Coastal Plain.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

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14. Which of the following soil types mentioned in the box below is

not found on the Coastal Plain?

silty loam rocky clay

15. Courida and mangroves are two types of vegetation on the

Coastland. TRUE/ FALSE

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WEEK 4: NATURAL REGIONS- The Hilly Sand and Clay Region

FACT/TIP:

Location of the Hilly Sand and Clay Region:

-This region is found south of the Low Coastal Plain and covers about

one-quarter of the area of Guyana.

-It starts south of the Pomeroon River and goes in an arc across the

Cuyuni, Mazaruni and Potaro Rivers.

Population of the Hilly Sand and Clay Region

-The population is not as dense as on the Low Coastal Plain.

- It consists of approximately over 26 000 people who are mainly

loggers, bauxite workers, commercial workers and public servants.

Physical Features of Hilly Sand and Clay Region:

Build Soil Vegetation Climate

-hills and

valleys

-white sand

-clay

-brown sand

-red sand

-tall trees -hot days

and cool

nights

-relief

rainfall

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Resources found in the Hilly Sand and Clay Region

The main resources of this region are:

-Bauxite

-Timber

-Dairy products

-Minerals

Picture of the Bauxite plant at Linden

Resources

Bauxite Bauxite ore is found under the sand and clay.

-It is mined at Linden, Ituni and Kwakwani.

Timber -Loggers cut down trees and stack the logs.

-Logging is done at Bartica Triangle and Mabura Hill.

Dairy Products Dairy Products come mainly from Moblissa.

Minerals Other important minerals found in this region are

stone, glass-sand and kaolin.

-Kaolin can be used to make ware plates.

-Glass-sand can be used to make glass products.

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Important places located in the Hilly Sand and Clay Region are:

-Bartica which is found at the confluence of the Cuyuni, Mazaruni

and Essequibo rivers.

-The mining communities of Linden, Ituni and Kwakwani.

-The town of Linden, which is referred to as the mining town.

OWN YOUR OWN:


1. Briefly describe the soil type of the Hilly Sand and Clay Region.

____________________________________________________________

2. What is the size of the Hilly Sand and Clay Region?

____________________________________________________________

3. Name two types of occupation which people are engaged in.

____________________________________________________________

4. Describe the climatic conditions of this region.

____________________________________________________________

5. What is the approximate population of the Hilly Sand and Clay

Region?

_____________________________________________________________

6. Which mining town is located in this Region?

_________________________________________________________

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7. Identify two places in the Hilly Sand and Clay Region where

bauxite mining is done.

___________________________________________________________

8. Other than bauxite, name two other resources which can be

found in the Hilly Sand and Clay Region.

_________________________________________________________

9. Where in the Hilly Sand and Clay Region is logging done?

_________________________________________________________

10. Where is Bartica located?

__________________________________________________________

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HOMEWORK:

1. On the map of Guyana below, insert the Low Coastal Plain

and the Hilly Sand and Clay Regions.

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2. On the table below compare the soil, build of land and the

resources of the Hilly Sand and Clay Region with those of the Low

Coastal Plain.

Natural Regions Soil Build of Land Resources

Hilly Sand and

Clay Region

Low Coastal

Plain

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REVIEW


1. What is the approximate size of the Hilly Sand and Clay Region?

______________________________________________________________

2. Why is the Hilly Sand and Clay Region not as densely populated as

the Low Coastal Plain?

__________________________________________________________________

3. Which of the following activities mentioned in the box below is not

done in the Hilly Sand and Clay Region?

logging bauxite mining banking rice farming

4. Describe the build of the land in the Hilly Sand and Clay Region.

________________________________________________________________

5. Which mining town is located in the Hilly Sand and Clay Region?

________________________________________________________________

6. Compare the climate of the Hilly Sand and Clay Region to that of

the Low Coastal Plain.

7. Which soil type listed in the box below can be found in the Hilly

Sand and Clay Region?

silty sand clay pegasse loam

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8. Name one mineral resource which can be found in the Hilly Sand

and Clay Region.

______________________________________________________________

9. Name one place in the Hilly Sand and Clay Region where dairy

products can be obtained.

______________________________________________________________

10. Give one reason why rice cannot be grown in the Hilly Sand

and Clay Region.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

11. The mineral, kaolin can be used to make ____________________

12. Name an important place which is found at the confluence of

the Cuyuni, Mazaruni and Essequibo Rivers.

_____________________________________________________________

13. Where in the Hilly Sand and Clay Region is the Cheddi Jagan

International Airport located?

_________________________________________________________

14. Use the map of Guyana below to colour the part that shows

the Hilly Sand and Clay Region.

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WEEK 5: NATURAL REGIONS- The Highland Region

FACTS/TIPS: The Highland Region is the largest natural region in

Guyana. It makes up approximately 63% of the country's landmass.

-This region is made up of two sections, the Pakaraimas and the

Forested Highland.

-The Pakaraimas is found in the western section of Guyana and helps

to form part of the boundary between Guyana and Venezuela.

-Mountain Roraima is found in this mountain range. It extends into

Venezuela and Brazil, but its peak is found within Guyana's borders.

Other mountains found in this region are:

-The Imataka Mountain Range

-The Sierra Akarai Mountain Range

-The Ayanganna Mountain Range

-The Kanuku Mountains

-The Kamoa Mountains

-The Blue Mountains

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Physical Features of the Highland Region:


-mountains -mostly

rocky

-taller trees

-forests

-rainfall all

year round

-hot wet

climate

Map of Guyana showing some mountains

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Resources of the Highland Region:

The main resources of this region are:

-Timber such as crabwood, greenheart and purple heart.

-Gold

-Diamonds.

The Population of the Highland Region:

This region is sparsely populated and is made up of small scattered

villages. The population consists of loggers, port knockers and balata

bleeders.

Some reasons why this region is sparsely populated are:

-Dense forest, many rivers and waterfalls, hard rock, and thin soil over

large areas make agriculture almost impossible

-Heavy rainfall creates huge swamps

-Snakes and the anopheles mosquitoes are numerous

Important places in the Highland Region are:

-The Mazaruni – Potaro areas

-The Kaieteur Falls

-Orinduik Falls

-The Iwokrama rainforest

-Imbaimadai

-Paramakatoi

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OWN YOUR OWN:


1. Name the two sections that the Highland Region is divided into.

__________________________________________________________

2. Which section of the Highland Region forms the boundary

between Guyana and Venezuela?

____________________________________________________________

3. Mountain Roraima can be found in the mountain range,

____________________________________________________________

4. Describe the climatic conditions of this region.

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

5. List two resources which can be found in the Highland Regions.

_____________________________________________________________

6. Give two reasons why the Highland Region is sparsely populated.

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

7. Name two important places found in the Highland Region.

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8. List two types of work the people do in the Highland Region.

________________________________________________________________

9. Name one place in the Highland Region which attracts tourists.

______________________________________________________________

10. Name two waterfalls which are located in the Highland Region.

_______________________________________________________________

HOMEWORK:

1. Find out and write the names of three other places which are

found in the Highland Region.

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2. On the map of Guyana below insert the following mountains.

Imataka, Pakaraimas, Kanuku, Kamoa and the Sierra Akarai

Mountains

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REVIEW


1. What is the approximate size of the Highland Region?

_________________________________________________________________

2. The Highland Region is made up of two sections. Name one

section.

_________________________________________________________________

3. The Pakaraimas help to form the boundary between Guyana and

which other country?

_______________________________________________________________

4. Which mountain has its peak is in Guyana but extends into

Venezuela and Brazil?

________________________________________________________________

5. Which of the following is not a resource of the Highland Region?

Timber Sugar Gold Diamonds

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Study the map of Guyana below and answer questions 6 and 7.

6. Write the name of the mountain identified in red.

______________________________________________________________

7. Write the name of the mountain identified in yellow.

_______________________________________________________________

8. Describe the population of the Highland Region.

________________________________________________________________

9. What is the job of a port knocker?

_______________________________________________________________

10. What disease can miners contract easily from working on

Highland Region?

_________________________________________________________________

11. Which of the following places can be found on the Highland

Region?

Orella Lethem Imbaimadai Bartica

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12. Why is agriculture almost impossible in the Highland Region?

___________________________________________________________

13. Which natural region of Guyana can you find the Pakaraimas?

___________________________________________________________

14. Which of the following best describes the build of the land in the

Highland Region?

flat plains mountainous sandy hilly

15. Name two types of timber produced in the Highland Region.

____________________________________________________________

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WEEK 5: NATURAL REGIONS- The interior savannahs

FACTS/TIPS:

What is a savannah?

A savannah is a tropical grassland with scattered trees.

-The Interior or the Rupununi Savannah as it is sometimes called, is

located in the south-western section of Guyana, near to the border

with Brazil.

-The Kanuku Mountain range divides this region into two sections:

-The North Savannahs and the South Savannahs.

-The North Savannahs are generally rolling grasslands while the South

Savannahs are hillier.

-The savannahs are called cattle country because of the grasslands.

Physical Features of the Interior Savannahs are:


-rolling

grassland,

hills

-clayey

rocky soil

-sand

-paper

-grass

-palm trees

-cashew nuts

-six months

rainfall and six

months dry

weather

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Population of the Interior Savannahs:

The population of this region comprises mainly of Amerindians who,

in addition to being farmers, are also Vaqueros.

Some economic activities of the Interior Savannahs:

-Cattle ranching, farming, tanning and balata bleeding

-Cattle are reared mainly for beef

-Farming is done on a small scale. The crops which are grown include

maize, corn, sweet potatoes, cassava, beans, peanuts, fruits and

tobacco.

-Tanning of leather: This is the process by which animal skins are made

into leather. The leather is used to make bags, belts, wallets and foot

wear.

-Balata is bled from trees to make ornaments.

Sports in the Interior Savannahs:

-Rodeo which involves the cowboys or vaqueros lassoing wild horses

and cows, taming wild horses and milking the wild cows.

Picture showing Vaqueros in the Interior Savannahs

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Important Places in the Interior Savannahs:

Lethem

Dadanawa

St. Ignatius

The Kanuku Mountain Range

OWN YOUR OWN:


1. Explain briefly what is a savannah.

__________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

2. Give another name for the Interior Savannahs.

__________________________________________________________________

3. Which mountain divides the Interior Savannahs into two sections?

_________________________________________________________________

4. Which section of the Interior Savannah has rolling grasslands?

_________________________________________________________________

5. Describe the climatic conditions of the Interior Savannahs.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

6. Name two economic activities of the Interior Savannahs.

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7. List two crops which are grown in the Interior Savannahs.

_________________________________________________________________

8. Explain briefly what is tanning.

_________________________________________________________________

9. Which of the following place/places below is/are not found in the

Interior Savannahs? Circle your answer/ answers.

Lethem Dadanawa Bartica St. Ignatius

10. What do the people of the Interior Savannahs use balata to

make?

HOMEWORK:

Compare the climatic conditions between the Highland Region and

the Interior Savannahs.

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REVIEW


1. Where in Guyana is the Interior Savannahs located?

__________________________________________________________________

2. Which country is closest to the Interior Savannahs?

__________________________________________________________________

3. What name is given to the savannahs because of its grassland?

__________________________________________________________________

4. State one difference between the North Savannah and the South

Savannah.

__________________________________________________________________

5. Name two types of vegetation grown in the Interior Savannahs.

__________________________________________________________________

6. Describe the types of soil found in the Interior Savannahs.

_________________________________________________________________

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Study the map below and answer questions 7 to 10. Write the names

of each natural region indicated in the box.

11. What is the main purpose for rearing cattle in the Interior

Savannahs?

__________________________________________________________

12. Which crop below is not grown in the Interior Savannahs?

cassava beans sugarcane corn

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13. Name two items which the people in the Interior Savannahs make

from the leather.

__________________________________________________________________

14. Explain briefly who is a vaquero.

_________________________________________________________________

15. Name one mountain which can be found in the Interior

Savannahs.

__________________________________________________________

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TOPIC: THE WEATHER

WEEK 6: EFFECTS OF WEATHER CONDITION ON THE NATURAL REGIONS

-THE LOW COASTAL PLAIN

FACTS/TIPS

➢ The Low Coastal Plain stretches from the northern tip, Point

Playa- to the Corentyne River at a distance of approximately

450km.

➢ In the Low Coastal Plain, the soil and climate together with the

flat land, provide the necessity for agriculture.

➢ Flooding and drought can have a negative effect on the lives

of people living in this region.

➢ Flooding and drought can destroy crops, cause loss of

livestock, and cause people to get water-borne diseases.

➢ Drought and flooding can result in loss of income for farmers

and a shortage of food for the people in the country.

➢ Hot days will require the use of air conditioning or electric fans

to keep the body cool. It is also advisable to wear cotton

clothing when the days are hot.

➢ During the hot days, the people living in this region can take

part in outdoor recreational activities.

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Some plants do not survive during drought

Animals suffer when there is a flood.

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ON YOUR OWN


1. Name two weather conditions that can affect lives on the Low

Coastal Plain.

__________________________________________________________________

2. Suggest one way a farmer can prevent his crops from being

destroyed by drought.

__________________________________________________________________

3. Two examples of crops grown in the Low Coastal Plain are

_________________________ and _______________________.

4. State two effects weather conditions can have on the people

living in the Low Coastal Plain.

__________________________________________________________________

5. How can the people stay cool in the Low Coastal Plain during the

hot days?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

HOMEWORK

Write a letter to a friend in another region telling him or her about the

effects weather conditions can have on the people living on the

Low Coastal Plain.

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TOPIC: THE WEATHER


-THE HILLY SAND AND CLAY REGION

FACTS/TIPS

➢ The Hilly Sand and Clay Region can be found to the South of

the Low Coastal Plain.

➢ Floods, rivers overflow, swamps and rapid growth of vegetation

can have a negative impact on the lives of people living in this

region.

➢ Movements of people and goods are restricted due to floods

and the rapid growth of vegetation.

➢ Floods can cause diseases such as malaria, dengue fever and

cholera.

➢ Overflow of rivers can destroy houses and infrastructure and

prevent people living in this region from earning a living.

➢ Rapid growth of vegetation can damage the quality of the soil.

➢ Planting mangrove trees and coconut trees can prevent

flooding and swamps. It can also provide fresh air and cool the

atmosphere.

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River overflowing can result in losses.

Thick vegetation can damage the soil.

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ON YOUR OWN


1. Which region can be found to the south of the Low Coastal Plain?

_________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

2. How can movement of people be restricted?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

3. Two diseases that can be caused by flooding are

____________________ and ______________________.

4. Suggest one way we can avoid getting the diseases mentioned

above.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

5. Bill wants to visit the Hilly Sand and Clay Region. What type of

clothing will you tell him to wear?

__________________________________________________________________

HOMEWORK

Describe the effects of weather conditions on the lives of those living

in the Hilly Sand and Clay Region.

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REVIEW


1. What do most people do for a living on the Low Coastal Plain?

____________________________________________________________

2. Mohamed plants cash crops on a large scale. Which weather

condition will most likely have a negative effect on his crops?

___________________________________________________________

3. What should Mohamed do if he finds that his garden is

flooded?

___________________________________________________________

4. Two water-borne diseases are _____________________________

and___________________________________.

For questions, 5-8 write T for the True statements and F for the False

statements.

5. Too much heat from the sun can damage some crops. _____

6. People can move freely when there is flooding in the region. __

7. Loose clothing should be worn in the Hilly Sand and Clay

Region. ____

8. The rapid growth of vegetation can affect the soil. ____

9. State one negative effect drought can have on the lives of the

people living on the Low Coastal plain.

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

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10. Mary is planning to visit the Low Coastal Plain. What type of

clothing would you tell her to bring and why?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________


11. What is most likely taking place in the picture?

____________________________________________________________

12. State one way how people living in this type of situation will be

affected. ______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________

13. What will happen to farmers who live in the area shown in the

picture?

__________________________________________________________________

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14. Suggest one solution to the problem shown in the picture above.

________________________________________________________________

15. State another weather condition other than the one shown in the

picture above.

__________________________________________________________________

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TOPIC: THE WEATHER


-FORESTED HIGHLAND REGION

FACTS/TIPS/

➢ This is the largest natural region and the main source of our

forest wealth.

➢ The vegetation consists of dense forest. Trees struggle to get as

much light as possible.

➢ Vegetation provides homes for many animals such as monkeys

and birds.

➢ Heavy rainfall contributes to the richness of the vegetation.

➢ Rainfall also causes flooding in some parts of the Forested

Highland Region.

➢ Swamps create breeding places for mosquitoes.

➢ The people living in this region are likely to contract malaria

from mosquitoes.

➢ Thick vegetation and heavy rainfall make travelling difficult for

the people living in this region.

➢ Cost of foodstuff is very expensive due to the lack of roads.

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Thick vegetation provides homes for many animals.

Swamps create breathing places for mosquitoes

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ON YOUR OWN

Provide answers to the following questions

1. State one benefit of having vegetation in the Forested

Highland Region.

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

2. Why do you think mosquitoes breed in swamps?

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

3. Two things that make travelling difficult in the Forested Highland

Region are

________________________and_______________________.

4. What is it that trees struggle to get in the Forested Highland

Region?

_____________________________________________________________

5. Give one reason why foodstuff is very expensive in this natural

region.

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

HOMEWORK

❖ Draw at least four animals that live in the dense vegetation.

❖ In one paragraph explain how rainfall and thick vegetation

can affect the Forested Highland Region positively.

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TOPIC: THE WEATHER

WEEK 7: EFFECTS OF WEATHER CONDITION ON THE NATURAL

- INTERIOR SAVANNAH

FACTS/ TIPS

➢ A Savannah is a tropical grassland with scattered trees.

➢ During the long dry season, the earth becomes dry and

parched.

➢ The heat of the sun starts fires with the dried grass,

destroying much of the grasslands and causing cattle to

be scattered.

➢ Floods can cause animals to get sick and die. Some

animals will have to be removed to higher ground for

safety.

➢ Forest fires can result in loss of homes for animals.

➢ The long, wet season will provide the earth with the

needed water to keep it moist.

➢ The grasslands will sprout during the wet season.

➢ Forest fires can clear lands of unwanted trees.

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Long periods of dry season can result in forest fire.

ON YOUR OWN


1. Two seasons experienced in the Interior Savannahs are

_______________________ and ________________________.

2. What causes forest fires?

_________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

3. State one benefit of a long, wet season in the Interior Savannah?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

4. To keep animals alive during floods, what should a farmer do?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

5. Define a Savannah.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

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HOMEWORK

Write a letter to the Minister of Amerindian Affairs, telling her about

life in the Interior Savannah.

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REVIEW


1. What is the name of the largest natural region?

_________________________________________________________________

2. One benefit of heavy rainfall in the Forested Highland Region is

__________________________________________________________________

3. Mr James was bitten by mosquitoes in the Forested Highland

Region and was unwell. What disease did he likely to contract?

__________________________________________________________________

4. Travelling in this region is very difficult. Why?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

Use the picture below to answer questions 5-7

5. What is taking place in the picture?

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__________________________________________________________________

6. Two animals that will most likely lose their homes are

________________ and ________________________.

7. How can the problem shown in the picture affect the people who

live in that region?

__________________________________________________________________

For questions 8-10, write T for the true statements and F for the false

statements.

8. The Savannahs experience a long dry season.

_______

9. Animals can lose their homes when there's forest fires.

_______

10. Trees in the Interior struggle to get sunlight.

______

11. Why do the people in the Interior Savannahs have to pay lots of

money for foodstuff?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

12. How would you describe the type of clothing worn by people in

the Interior Savannahs and the Forested Highland Region.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

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13. The animals above were taken to higher ground. Why?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

14. What would have happened if these animals were not

relocated?

_________________________________________________________________

15. In what way/s would the farmer be affected?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

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TOPIC: TRANSPORTATION

WEEK 8: LINKS BETWEEN ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONS

FACTS/TIPS

TRANSPORTATION – the movement of goods and persons from place to

place and there are various means by which such movements are

accomplished.

Modes of Transportation

• Road/ Land transport.

• Water transport.

• Air transport.

Example: a person living in Parfaite Harmony in Region 3, can

travel by road with a car to Vreed – en – Hoop, then by water

with a boat to Region 4, then by air with an aeroplane from

Region 4 to Lethem in Region 9.

TRAFFIC RULES WHEN TRAVELLING BY LAND

➢ When walking on the road, use the sidewalk, avenue and

pavement where provided.

➢ Rules will minimise the risk of being hurt in an accident.

➢ We should always wear a seatbelt when we are in a vehicle.

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➢ Practise the kerb drill. Look right, look left, look right again, and

if the road is clear, walk briskly across.

➢ Obey traffic lights.

➢ Use pedestrian crossings.

➢ Do not play on or by the side of the road.

➢ Always walk on the right-hand side of the road.

Pedestrian Crossing Wear a seat belt

OWN YOUR OWN

Provide answers to these questions

1. Identify two places we can walk when on the road.

________________________________, _______________________________.

2. We should always wear a __________________ when we are in a

vehicle.

3. Sue is walking to the shop. Which side of the road should she use?

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For questions 4 & 5 write T for true statements and F for false

statements.

4. Playing on the road is permitted. ____

5. Obeying traffic lights will help prevent accidents. ____

HOMEWORK

Draw and name three road signs that should be observed by road

users.

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TOPIC: TRANSPORTATION

WEEK 8: TRAFFIC RULES WHEN TRAVELLING BY AIR AND IN WATER.

FACTS/TIPS

Travelling by air

➢ Fasten seat belts as early as possible.

Wearing your seatbelt is very important when travelling by air.

➢ Observe No Smoking signs

➢ Smoking a cigarette can cause fire that can lead to the death

of many.

➢ Never stand when an aeroplane or helicopter is in motion.

➢ Press the emergency button when you are in danger.

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➢ Know where the emergency button is located.

➢ Travelling in water

➢ Always wear the right size life jacket.

➢ Never enter a boat that is overloaded.

ON YOUR OWN

Provide answers to these questions.

1. State one thing a passenger can do when he or she is in danger in

an aeroplane.

_________________________________________________________

2. How can a passenger be safe while wearing a seatbelt?

__________________________________________________________________

3. One rule a passenger must observe when travelling in water is

__________________________________________________________________

4. Why must smoking be avoided when travelling especially by air?

__________________________________________________________________

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5. Draw the ‘No Smoking sign’.

HOMEWORK

In one paragraph write the importance of obeying rules when

travelling by air and in water.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

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REVIEW


1. Using the pedestrian crossing is a rule for _____________________.

2. Wearing seat belts can prevent ______________________________.

3. Life jackets are associated with travelling by

___________________.

Use the picture below to answer questions 4 and 5.

4. Name one rule that must be observed when travelling by

water.

_____________________________________________________________

5. Why is it important to obey the rule mentioned above?

_____________________________________________________________

For questions 6-10 write T for true statements and F for false

statements.

6. Obeying traffic lights is a rule for water. ____

7. To be safe one must obey traffic rules. ____

8. Standing in an aeroplane is acceptable when it is moving. ___

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9. Playing should not take place on the road. ____

10. The pedestrian crossing is for drivers. ____

11. Write the kerb drill that pedestrians should follow when using the

road.

_____________________________________________________________

Study the diagram below then answer questions 12-15.

12. What is the sign above telling us? _____________________________

________________________________________________________________

13. Why should this practice be avoided when travelling by air?

_______________________________________________________________

14. Persons who use the road by foot are known as ________________.

15. I must walk on the ____________ side of the road but I must ride on

the _____________ side.

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TOPIC: COMMUNICATION

WEEK 9: COMMUNICATION LINKS BETWEEN ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONS

-ANCIENT METHODS OF COMMUNICATION.

FACTS/TIPS:

What is communication?

Communication is the method used to enable people within or

outside of the community to keep in touch with one another.

The methods of communication used are ancient and modern

communication. Ancient communication is those methods of

communication that were used in early times.

Some methods of ancient communication are:

Methods of Communication Discussions

The Amerindian communities in early times

communicated by writing and painting on rocks. The

Amerindians used drawings of animals and shapes

which tell their way of life.

Methods of Communication Discussions

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The Africans in early times communicate from one

village to another village by the beating drums.

The conch shell was another method of

communication used by the early Africans. These

shells were blown as warning signals to alert

villagers of danger.

This method of communication is still used today by

fishermen.

The bell is another method of communication used

in early times. However, it is still being used today. It

is used in church to announce church services and

schools to inform students of assemblies and

dismissal.

It is also used in some villages to make important

announcements.

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ON YOUR OWN:


1. Briefly explain what is communication?

2. List two methods of communication used in early times.

3. Which methods of communication were used by the early Africans

to alert villagers of dangers?

4. Which method of communication was used long ago and is still

used today in schools and churches?

5. Name one method of communication that was used by the early

Amerindians.

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HOMEWORK:

1. Explain how the bell is used as a form of communication in your

school.

2. Imagine you lived in an African village, create your own drum

beat to communicate time for school. Be sure to share it with a

relative, your teacher and your friends.

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TOPIC: COMMUNICATION

WEEK 9: COMMUNICATION LINKS BETWEEN ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONS

- MODERN METHODS OF COMMUNICATION:

FACTS/TIPS:

Methods of communication used in early times are different from

methods of communication used in the world today. These methods

of communications used today are called modern communication.

Some methods of modern communication are:

books cables radio phones

magazines newspapers televisions

letters telephones computers

telegraphs radios facsimile

Agencies of communication:

Some agencies of communication are:

-The Guyana Telephone and Telegraph Company

-The Guyana Post Office Corporation

-Guyana Press Association.

Modern

Communications

What it is Agencies

Letter writing is a written method used

to stay in touch with friends and

families in other communities or

The Guyana

Post Office

Corporation

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countries. It is also used to make

complaints to people in authority.

The telephone is the quickest method

of receiving or sending information

around the world. The cellular phone

can also be used to access the

internet.

Radio is another method used to send

information from one place to

another. It is also used in schools for

the Interactive Radio Programme (IRI)

Mathematics and Broadcast to

Schools.

The television brings to our homes

information about what is happening

in our country and other parts of the

world. It is also used for entertainment

purposes. Ministry of Education has its

own channel- Guyana Learning

Channel where broadcast is done to

promote learning.

Newspapers provide information and

general knowledge on sports, games

and entertainment.

The Guyana

Telephone

and Telegraph

Company

The Guyana

Press

Association

The Guyana

Press

Association

The Guyana

Press

Association.

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Computers are widely used. They are a

quick and easy method of

communication. They can be used to

access the internet and social media

platforms like facebook and twitter.

Laparkan

ON YOUR OWN:

ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS

1. List three methods of communication used in modern day.

2. Name the quickest method of modern communication?

Study the pictures below and answer questions 3 to 5.

3. What method of communication is commonly used in school to

teach Mathematics?

4. Name one method of communication that allows us to see what is

happening around the world.

5. Which agency is responsible for telephones in Guyana?

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HOMEWORK:

1. Imagine you and your family are on vacation in Barbados and you

would like to share your experiences with your friend while there.

Explain which method of communication you would use to do this.

2. Draw the method of communication you mentioned above.

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REVIEW


1. Explain the term “communication”.

2. List two methods of communication used in early times.

3. List two modern methods of communication.

4. Which method of communication was used in early times and is

still used today by the church and the school?

__________________________________________________________

5. Which group of people used to communicate by writing and

painting on rocks?

_________________________________________________________

6. Explain how the Africans used to warn others of dangers in early

times.

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Match the methods of communication to their agencies.

No.

Methods of Communication Agencies

7.

8.

Guyana Telephone and

Telegraph Company

The Guyana Post Office

Corporation

9. Name two modern methods of communication that can be used

to access the internet.

10. List three ways in which the bell can be used to communicate.

11. The radio is used in schools today to teach IRI to the lower

grades.

What does the abbreviation IRI mean? ________________________

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Classify the methods of communication into modern and ancient.

Talking drums Telephones Computers

Nos. Modern methods Ancient methods

12.

13.

14.

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WEEK 10: RESOURCES FOUND IN VARIOUS ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONS

FACTS/TIPS

What is a resource?

A resource is anything natural or man-made that is useful to man.

Guyana’s resources are important because they help to develop

the country.

Resources in Guyana:

Guyana has many types of resources which the people use to

develop their communities.

Some types of resources include:

- Forests

- Minerals

- Agriculture - crop and livestock production.

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Forest

Resources

Mineral

Resources

Agriculture:

Crop Production

Agriculture:

Livestock

production

Timber- Some

species are:

-greenheart

-purpleheart

-wallaba

-silverbali

-mora

-crabwood

-gold

-diamond

-bauxite

-granite

-rice

-sugar

-coconuts

-citrus and other

fruits

-vegetables

-ground provisions

-cattle

-poultry

-pigs

-sheep

-goats

OWN YOUR OWN:


1. Explain briefly what a resource is.

_________________________________________________________________

2. Name one type of resource in Guyana.

__________________________________________________________________

3. State two resources that we can have from the type you

mentioned at number 2.

________________________________________________________________

4. Wallaba is a ____________________ resource in Guyana.

5. One agricultural resource is __________________________.

HOMEWORK: Collect samples of any resource. Have a show and tell

with your family using the sample.

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WEEK 10: RESOURCES FOUND IN EACH ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONS

FACTS/TIPS

Different resources in Guyana are found in different Regions.

Resources found in the administrative regions are:

Administrative Regions Resources

Region 1 timber ,coconuts

Region 2 rice, timber, citrus fruits

Region 3 sugar, rice, coconuts,

ground provisions, citrus

Region 4 rice, sugar

manufactured products.

Region 5 rice, sugar, cattle

Region 6 rice, sugar, cattle

Region 7 minerals, stones

Region 8 minerals, timber

Region 9 cattle, timber

Region 10 bauxite

timber

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OWN YOUR OWN:


1. Name two regions that produce rice.

___________________________________________________________

2. ‘Manufactured products’ are a resource found in which

administrative region?

____________________________________________________________

Match the resources to their regions.

No. Resource Region

3.

4.

5.

Bauxite

Rice

Minerals

Region 5

Region 10

Region 8

HOMEWORK:

Which resources are found in your region? Describe how any one of

the resources is harvested.

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REVIEW

Write your answers on the line.

1. Explain briefly why resources are important to Guyana.

________________________________________________________________

2. Name two types of resources which are found in Guyana.

_______________________________________________________________

Match the resources to their correct types/categories.

No. Resources Type/ category

3.

4.

5.

Bauxite

Coconut

Crabwood

crop production

forest

mineral

6. State one livestock which is reared in Guyana.

_________________________________________________________________

7. Circle the resource mentioned in the box below which is a mineral

resource.

citrus granite silverbali crabwood

8. Name three administrative regions that produce sugar.

_________________________________________________________________

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Match the administrative regions to their resources.

No. Region Region

9.

10.

11.

Region 4

Region 8

Region 9

Timber

Cattle

Sugar

12. List two species of timber that are grown in Guyana’s forest.

______________________________________________________________

Study the economic activities listed above and answer question 13.

bauxite mining cattle ranching rice farming

13. In which activity mentioned above, are the people of Linden

mainly engaged?

14. The main economic activity of the people of Region Nine is

__________________________________________________________________

15. In which administrative region do citrus fruits grow abundantly?

____________________________________________________________

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WEEK 11: ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES OF VARIOUS ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONS

FACT/TIP:

In the administrative regions there are different economic activities.

These economic activities depend on the resources found in the

particular regions.

Economic activities in the Administrative Regions

Administrative

Region

Economic Activities

Region 1 -Logging

-Gold and diamond mining

-Growing of ground provision, coffee and fruits

Region 2 -Cultivation of rice, ground provision, coffee,

vegetables, citrus and coconut

-Lumbering

Region 3 -Cultivation of rice, sugar, pineapples, ground

provisions, vegetables, pepper and coconuts

Region 4 Cultivation of rice, sugar, coconuts and ground

provisions

Region 5 - Cultivation of rice, sugar and coconuts

-Rearing of cattle mainly for meat and milk

Region 6 -Rice and sugar cultivation, coconut farming

-Timber production and logging

-Rearing of cattle for meat and milk

Region 7 -Mining for gold, diamond and precious stones

-Timber production

-Charcoal production

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Administrative

Region

Economic Activities

Region 8 -Mining for gold and diamond

- Timber production

-Logging

Region 9 -Rearing of cattle for meat and milk

-Tobacco and peanut farming

-Growing of cassava, corn, beans and other crops

-Mining for semi-precious stones

-Balata bleeding

Region 10 -Bauxite mining.

-Timber production

OWN YOUR OWN:


1. State the main economic activities in Region Nine.

_________________________________________________________________

Study the economic activities in the box below and answer

Question 2.

Mining for gold, diamond and precious stones

Timber production

2. From which administrative region are the economic activities

carried out?

________________________________________________________________

3. List three regions that have gold and diamond mining as their

economic activity.

______________________________________________________________

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4. What are two economic activities which are done in Region Four?

_______________________________________________________________

5. Name three regions in Guyana where rice cultivation is carried out.

_______________________________________________________________

HOMEWORK:

List the economic activities for the administrative regions identified

below.

Region 2

Region 7

Region 8

Region 9

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WEEK 11: RESOURCES IN GUYANA

-MAP OF GUYANA SHOWING RESOURCES

FACTS/TIPS:

- To develop any community, resources are necessary. Resources

are living and non-living materials which are useful to a country and

its people.

- Some of Guyana’s most important resources are gold, diamond,

bauxite, timber, rice and sugar.

Map of Guyana showing mineral resources

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Map of Guyana showing the lumbering areas and the Iwokrama

project

OWN YOUR OWN:


1. Why are resources useful to a country?

_________________________________________________________________

2. List two of Guyana’s important resources.

________________________________________________________________

3. Name one resource which can be obtained from Guyana’s forest.

________________________________________________________________

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Use the map of Guyana below to complete questions 4 and 5.

4. Use yellow to show the gold mining areas of Guyana.

5. Use red to show the bauxite mining areas.

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HOMEWORK:

Use the map of Guyana below to insert the mineral resources in

Guyana.

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REVIEW


1. Name one economic activity which the residents of Region One

are engaged in.

_________________________________________________________

2. In which administrative region is bauxite mining done extensively?

__________________________________________________________

3. List two economic activities that are done in Region Seven.

__________________________________________________________

4. In which administrative region are the following economic

activities done?

-Mining for gold and diamond

-Timber production

-Logging

________________________________________________________

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Study the map below and complete questions 5 to 8.

Write two economic activities in each box for the administrative

region they indicated.

Match the economic activities to the administrative regions in which

they are carried out.

No. Economic Activity Administrative Region

9.

10.

11.

Balata bleeding

Charcoal production

Bauxite mining

Region 7

Region 10

Region 9

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12. Use the map below to insert the main lumbering areas in

Guyana.

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Below is a map of Guyana showing some main mineral resources.

Study it and answer questions 13 to 15.

13. Name one gold mining area shown on the map.

_______________________________________________________________

14. Which is Guyana’s mining town?

_____________________________________________________________

15. Name the mineral which is found in the Kurupung area.

______________________________________________________________

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WEEK 12: LEADERS IN THE COMMUNITY

-CATEGORIES AND IMPORTANCE OF LEADERS IN THE COMMUNITY

WHO IS A LEADER? A leader is someone who can see how things

can be improved and who rallies people to move toward that

better vision.

Leaders can work toward making their vision a reality while

putting people first. Just being able to motivate people isn't

enough — leaders need to be empathetic and connect with

people to be successful.

FACTS/TIPS

➢ Communities are places where people live and work.

➢ To ensure the smooth functioning of these communities there

must be leaders.

➢ Some leaders are elected to serve in the cities and towns while

others serve in villages and communities.

➢ Some people become leaders because of the job they do.

➢ Some people volunteer to serve as leaders.

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An Indigenous Village Leader Trade Union or Labour leaders

Importance of community leaders

➢ Leaders are supposed to look after the affairs of their

community or organization to provide a better life for the

citizens.

➢ They are supposed to set good examples for others to

follow.

➢ Trade unions provide leadership and support to many

kinds of workers. They try to provide workers with better

working conditions.

➢ Leaders are given special names. For example, a leader

in a town is a Mayor, the leader of an Amerindian village

is a village Captain or Touchau.

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OWN YOUR OWN


1. What is a community?

_____________________________________________________________

2. To ensure the smooth functioning of a community there must

be ___________________________.

3. Name the leader that supports workers.

_____________________________________________________________.

4. The leader of a town is called _______________________________.

5. Touchau is the head of an _________________________

community.

HOMEWORK

List the names of two organizations in Guyana. State how their

leaders are elected and re-elected.

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WEEK 12: DUTIES AND SPECIAL NAMES GIVEN LEADERS IN THE COMMUNITY.

FACTS/TIPS

➢ Persons on the Neighbourhood Democratic Council are

responsible for keeping our communities clean and

maintaining services such as potable water and drainage

facility.

➢ Mayor and councillors keep the environment clean, repair

streets and bridges, maintain recreational facilities,

inspect eating houses, etc.

➢ Trade unions or labour leaders look after the rights of

members by ensuring their needs are met satisfactorily.

Workers at a meeting held by their union

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Special names of leaders

Hubert Nathaniel Critchlow (Labour Leader)

➢ Hubert Nathaniel Critchlow was the first Trade Union Leader not

only in Guyana but also in the English-speaking Caribbean.

➢ He is known as the father of Trade Unionism.

➢ Hubert Nathaniel Critchlow spoke out against poor working

conditions.

Dr. Desrey Fox (Amerindian Leader)

➢ Dr. Desrey Fox was from the Waramadong Village, Region 7

➢ She was a trained midwife at the Georgetown Hospital School

of Nursing

➢ Dr. Fox played a major role in the process of translating the

National Anthem into the nine Amerindian languages.

ON YOUR OWN

1. One duty of the Neighbourhood Democratic Council is

_____________________________________________________________

2. Repairing bridges is a job undertaken by

_______________________________________________________________________

3. Why are labour leaders important?

______________________________________________________________________________

For questions, 4 & 5 write T if the statement is true and F if the

statement is false.

4. Hubert Nathaniel Critchlow is the father of trade unionism. _____

5. Trade unions cannot represent workers. _____

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HOMEWORK

Write a letter to your Neighbourhood Democratic Council

complaining about the dumping of garbage at a vacant plot of

land nearby.

REVIEW

Provide answers to these questions

1. A place where people live and work is called a

___________________.

2. Jane lives in Georgetown. What name is given to the leader of

that city?

_______________________________________________________________.

3. Another name for village captain is

_______________________________.

4. State one duty of a labour leader.

_________________________________________________________________

5. Give two duties of the Mayor and councillors.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

6. What is the name of the first Trade Union Leader of Guyana?

__________________________________________________________________

7. Drains in your community are taken care by

_________________________________________________________________

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8. What should you do if you are not receiving potable water?

__________________________________________________________________

Study the picture below then answer questions 9-11

9. Suggest one problem the group of sugar workers most likely want

their labour union to address.

__________________________________________________________________

10. How do you think the workers would feel if the problem is

resolved?

__________________________________________________________________

For questions, 11-14 write T for the true statements and F for the false

statements.

11. Leaders are not important to a community. ___

12. Hubert Nathaniel Critchlow is the father of trade unionism in

Guyana. ___

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13. Maintenance of recreational facilities is being done by the

Mayor. ____

14. It is important for workers to have a union to represent them. ____

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TOPIC: HEALTH AND SAFETY

WEEK 13: HARMFUL AND HELPFUL DRUGS

- LEGAL DRUGS

FACTS/TIPS

➢ Legal drugs are the drugs that the law allows.

➢ They include tobacco, alcohol, caffeine and over-the-

counter and prescription medicines.

➢ Too much alcoholic beverages is not good for us.

➢ Tobacco contains a substance called nicotine which

causes damage to the lungs.

➢ Tobacco smoking is another bad habit which is

dangerous.

➢ Tea and coffee are beverages which are used as food.

They contain substances which may affect digestion.

Picture showing legal drugs

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ON YOUR OWN

1. Define legal drugs.

__________________________________________________________________

2. Give two examples of legal drugs.

__________________________________

__________________________________

3. Name the harmful substance that is present in tobacco.

__________________________________________________________________

4. What may happen to us if we consume too much coffee?

__________________________________________________________________

5. Two examples of alcoholic beverages are _____________________

and ___________________.

HOMEWORK

Make a scrapbook using pictures of ten different types of legal

drugs.

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WEEK 13: WHY THE MIS-USE OF DRUGS SHOULD BE AVOIDED

FACTS/TIPS

➢ Drugs which are medicines come in different forms.

➢ They may be liquids, gases, creams, pills or capsules.

➢ Drugs are always given with instructions on how to use them.

➢ Drugs can make the heart beat faster.

➢ Mis-use of drugs affects the way the user thinks. The user may

also lose his/her memory for a short while.

➢ The senses as well as the sense organs such as the eyes

become dull.

A drug that is taken as medicine

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OWN YOUR OWN


1. Two forms that drugs come in are

__________________________and

______________________.

2. What effect can drugs have on the heart?

_____________________________________________________________

3. Mis-use of drugs can make the user feel

_____________________________________________________________

(confused, good)

4. What happens when the blood circulates the drug to the

muscles?

____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

5. Over -use of drugs can cause the eye to become ____________.

HOMEWORK

Draw a poster saying “Do not mis-use drugs”

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REVIEW


1. To buy drugs from the pharmacy we need to have a

____________________.

2. Pam was given some capsules for her illness. What will most likely

happen to her heart rate?

__________________________________________

3. What can happen to us if we consume too much alcoholic

beverages?

_______________________________________________________


statements.

4. Alcoholic beverages are drugs we can purchase from the shop.

_______

5. Mis-use of drugs can cause our lungs to collapse. _______

6. Nicotine cannot be found in tobacco. _______

7. Over use of drugs can repair damaged body organs. _______

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8. Aspirin and fever syrup are examples of drugs. _______

9. Tea and coffee can affect digestion. _______

10. Two examples of alcoholic beverages are _________________ and

__________________________.

For questions 11 -13 use the words to complete the sentences.

drug mis-used medicine dull memory

11. Drugs which are ______________________ come in different forms.

12. When blood circulates ____________ to the muscles the user feels

stronger for a short while.

13. Overuse of drugs can cause the eyes to become ____________.

14. When drugs are __________________ by individuals, the organs of

the body are affected.

15. A user of drug may lose his/her __________________________.

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WEEK 13: HARMFUL AND HELPFUL DRUGS

- ILLEGAL DRUGS

FACTS/TIPS

• Illegal drugs are drugs that the law prohibits.

• These drugs can be harmful to our bodies.

• Dope can be in the form of a pill, powder or an injection.

• Some people use dope because they believe it makes them

feel good.

• Marijuana, crack and heroin are some drugs which have

negative effects on people. Some may lose their memory for a

short while.

• Prolonged use of illegal drugs can make one go insane/crazy.

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Picture of a marijuana plant

ON YOUR OWN

1. In one sentence define illegal drugs.

__________________________________________________________________

2. Two forms dope that can be taken are

______________________________ and

________________________________________.

3. Why do some people use dope?

__________________________________________________________________

4. What can happen to someone if he/ she uses marijuana?

_________________________________________________________________

5. Three examples of illegal drugs are

________________________________

______________________________ and _____________________________

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HOMEWORK

Your next door neighbour uses cocaine. Discuss three pieces of

advice you would give to your neighbour against using this illegal

drug.

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WEEK 13: WHY AVOID DRUG USERS

FACTS/TIPS

• A drug user takes drugs in the amount that is harmful to the

body.

• It is important to avoid drug users because they might get you

to join them.

• You will save yourself from wasting money and time.

• Addiction to drugs will not be something you will have to fight

with.

• Drugs can affect your judgement and your decision-making

skills.

• Avoiding drug users will prevent you from putting your body

through unnecessary stress.

• When you avoid drug users you are less likely to be curious to try

drugs.

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Avoid drug users

ONE YOUR OWN


1. How do drug users take drugs?

__________________________________________________________________

2. What do most drug users do to their friends?

__________________________________________________________________

3. State a benefit one can have if he/she avoids drug users.

__________________________________________________________________

4. By avoiding drug users one will never become

___________________to drugs.

5. What advice will you give to a drug user?

_________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

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HOMEWORK

Make a poster for your class saying’ No to Drugs’

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REVIEW


1. Drugs that the law prohibits are called_____________________

drugs.

2. Name two ways in which illegal drugs can be taken.

____________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________

3. Give one reason why some persons take illegal drugs.

____________________________________________________________


4. Which illegal drug is the plant associated with?

_____________________________________________________________

5. What can happen to someone who uses this drug over a

prolonged period of time?

_____________________________________________________________

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6. State what would happen to the owner of the farm if he is

caught by the police.

_____________________________________________________________


statements.

7. Illegal drugs can be harmful to our bodies. ____

8. Being with drug users can help your body to be stress free. ___

9. Drugs can affect your judgement. ____

10. Drug users take small amounts of drugs that will not harm them.

11. You will not become addicted if you refuse to be friends with

drug users. ___

For questions 12 & 13 circle the correct word to complete the

sentences.

12. Using illegal drugs can cause you to have _________ memory loss.

(temporary/ permanent)

13. Taking drugs everyday can cause one to become_____________.

(addicted, harmless)

14. What is one thing that is less likely to happen when we refuse to

take illegal drugs?

__________________________________________________________________

15. Sarah wants to try cocaine. Give one reason why she should not

use cocaine.

_________________________________________________________________

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WEEK 14: GUYANA’S IMMEDIATE CONTINENTAL NEIGHBOURS

FACTS/TIPS:

Gyuana’s neighbours are not only those countries which are nearby,

but those countries with which it shares certain relationships. These

are also considered as neighbours.

Guyana’s neighbours are of three types:

- Continental neighbours

- Caribbean neighbours

- Global neighbours

Guyana’s continental neighbours are located in the continent of

South America. There are 13 countries in South America.

The countries that are located near to Guyana are called its

Immediate Continental Neighbours. These immediate continental

neighbours are Brazil, Venezuela and Suriname.

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Brazil.

Brazil is situated in the South and South West of Guyana.

The official language is Portuguese.

The capital city is Brasilia.

The currency presently used is the Real.

The main exports are coffee and timber.

Brazil is separated from Guyana by the Ireng and Takatu Rivers.

Suriname

Suriname is situated to the east of Guyana.

The official language is Dutch.

The capital city is Paramaribo.

The currency used is the Suriname dollar.

The main exports are alumina and rice.

Suriname is separated from Guyana by the Corentyne River.

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Venezuela

Venezuela is situated to the west of Guyana.

The official language is Spanish.

The capital is Caracas.

The currency used is Bolivar.

The main exports are petroleum and petroleum products.

Venezuela is separated from Guyana by the Amakura and Wenamu

Rivers.

FACTS ABOUT GUYANA’S OTHER CONTINENTAL NEIGHBOURS

COUNTRY CAPITAL CURRENCY MAIN

EXPORT

LANGUAGE

Argentina Buenos

Aires

Peso Wheat, corn,

soy bean

Spanish

Bolivia La Paz Bolivian

Peso,

Boliviano

Natural gas,

gold, silver

,tin

Spanish

Chile Santiago Peso Petroleum,

natural gas,

copper

Spanish

Colombia Bogota Peso Coffee,

minerals e.g.

emerald

Spanish

Ecuador Quito Sucre Bananas Spanish

French

Guiana

Cayenne French

Franc

Bauxite French

Paraguay Asuncion Paraguayan

,Peso

Cotton fibre,

soybeans,

processed

meat

Spanish

Peru

Lima Nuevo Sol Copper

,lead

Spanish

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Uruguay Montevideo Uruguayan

new Peso

Textile, wool,

textile

products

Spanish

ON YOUR OWN.

Complete these.

1. The ______________ and ______________ Rivers separate Guyana

and Venezuela.

2. Venezuela is Guyana’s _____________ continental neighbour.

3. The capital of Venezuela is ________________.

4. John wants to visit his aunt in Suriname. He decided to go by boat.

Which river will John cross to arrive in Suriname?________________.

5. Name one river that forms a part of the boundary between Brazil

and Guyana.__________________.

6. COMPLETE THE TABLE BELOW.

COUNTRY CAPITAL MAIN EXPORT

Argentina wheat

Venezuela Caracas

Quito Bananas

Colombia Minerals

Brazil Brasilia

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HOMEWORK.

1. (a) Draw a map of Guyana and insert Guyana’s Immediate

Continental neighbours: Brazil, Suriname and Venezuela.

(b) Mark an X on the Corentyne River.

(c) State two differences between Guyana and Brazil.

(i) ______________________________________________________

(ii) ______________________________________________________

(d) Identify two similarities between Guyana and her eastern

neighbour.

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________.

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WEEK 14: GUYANA’S OTHER CONTINENTAL NEIGHBOURS

FACTS/TIPS

Guyana has other continental neighbours in the continent of South

America. There are thirteen countries.

Guyana’s other Continental Neighbours and their Capitals

No. Country Capital City

1 Argentina Buenos Aires

2 Bolivia La Paz

3 Chile Santiago

4 Colombia Bogota

5 Ecuador Quito

6 French Guiana Cayenne

7 Paraguay Asuncion

8 Peru Lima

9 Uruguay Montevideo

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Map of South America showing the capital of each country

ON YOUR OWN:


1. How many countries are found in the continent of South America?

_______________________________________________________________

2. List two countries that are found in the continent of South America.

_______________________ and _______________________.

3. Which South American country is found to the east of Peru?

___________________________________________________________

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Match these countries to their capitals.

No. Country Capital

4.

5.

6.

Bolivia

Ecuador

Peru

Quito

Lima

La Paz

HOMEWORK:

Do research to find out one more interesting facts about the

countries in South America.

No. Country Capital City Official

Language

1 Argentina Buenos Aires

2 Bolivia La Paz

3 Chile Santiago

4 Colombia Bogota

5 Ecuador Quito

6 French Guiana Cayenne

7 Paraguay Asuncion

8 Peru Lima

9 Uruguay Montevideo

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Map showing Guyana’s continental neighbours

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On your own:

Answer the questions:

On the map of South America below, colour to show the following

countries:

1. Ecuador in blue;

2. The country whose capital is Lima in yellow;

3. The largest country in green;

4. Mark X on Colombia.

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HOMEWORK: Study the map shown below and complete the table.

Write the name of the country that is represented by the number:

Number Country

1

6

8

11

12

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REVIEW

Write your answers on the line provided.

1. Guyana is located in the continent of ___________________________.

2. How many countries make up this continent?

__________________________________________________________________

3. List three countries that can be located in this continent.

_________________________________________________________________

4. Which country has Santiago as its capital city?

________________________________________________________________

5. The capital of French Guiana is _________________________________.

6. The capital of Peru is Asuncion. (TRUE / FALSE)

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WEEK 15: GUYANA’S IMMEDIATE CARICOM NEIGHBOURS

-CARICOM

FACTS/TIPS

CARICOM is an acronym which means Caribbean Community and

Common Market.

CARICOM has four main objectives.

➢ Improve the standard of living of people in the Community.

➢ Promote free trade of commodities within the area.

➢ Improve the standard of Education through CSEC

➢ A Regional Food Plan to develop the agricultural resources of

the region.

The CARICOM Flag.

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Significance of the CARICOM Flag.

➢ The flag features a blue background.

➢ The upper part is a light blue representing the sky.

➢ The lower darker blue represents the Caribbean Sea.

➢ The yellow circle in the center represents the sun on which is

printed in black the logo of the Caribbean Community, two

interlocking Cs.

➢ Two interlocking Cs are in the form of broken links in a chain,

symbolizing both unity and the break with our colonial past.

➢ The narrow ring of green around the sun represents the

vegetation of the Region.

Structure of CARICOM.

➢ CARICOM consists of several councils and committees.

➢ The committees and councils work collectively to ensure the

objectives are achieved.

➢ The highest decision-making forum of CARICOM is the Heads of

Government Conference.

➢ The Conference is presided by a chairman who is the head of

CARICOM member state.

➢ There is also the CARICOM secretariat which oversees the day-

to-day management of the organization.

➢ The secretariat is headed by a Secretary General.

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➢ The secretariat of CARICOM is located at Liliendaal, Greater

Georgetown, Guyana.

➢ The Secretary General for Caricom is Irwin LaRocque.

ON YOUR OWN

1. List two main objectives of CARICOM.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

2. There are __________________ members of Caricom.

3. The highest decision forum of CARICOM is ______________________

__________________________________________________________________

4. Who is responsible for the day to day running of CARICOM?

__________________________________________________________________

5.The secretariat is headed by a__________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

6. In which country is the CARICOM secretariat located?

__________________________________________________________________

7. The narrow ring of green around the sun on the CARICOM flag

represents________________________________________________________

8. The yellow circle in the center of the Standard represents_________

__________________________________________________________________

9. The light blue colour on the CARICOM flag represents

__________________________________________________________________

10. Draw and colour the CARICOM logo.

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HOMEWORK.

Draw and label the Organisational Structure of CARICOM.

Complete the table below.

CARICOM MEMBER

STATES

IMPORTS EXPORTS

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FACTS/TIPS: CARICOM means the Caribbean Community or

Caribbean Common Market.

-The Caribbean Community, known as CARICOM was formed by

signing an agreement called the Treaty of Chaguaramas.

Why was CARICOM formed?

-The Caribbean Community was formed as a means of Regional

Integration, that is, to work towards unity in the Caribbean.

To achieve this unity CARICOM has objectives.

Some of these objectives are:

-To improve the standard of living of the people in the Community

-To enhance trade, services, culture and sports among member

states.

The Founder Members of CARICOM

-The Treaty of Chaguaramas was signed in Chaguaramas, Trinidad

on the 4th July, 1973.

-It was signed by the Heads of Government of four countries that are

now referred to as founder members of CARICOM.

-The founder member states and their Heads of Government who

signed the agreement:

● Barbados – Mr. Errol Barrow

● Guyana – Mr. Forbes Burnham

● Jamaica – Mr. Michael Manley

● Trinidad and Tobago – Dr. Eric William

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Since the Treaty of Chaguaramas was signed in July, 1973 by the

four founder members, eleven other countries have joined. This

movement now has fifteen members.

The other eleven members of CARICOM are:

- Antigua and Barbuda

- The Bahamas

- Belize

- Dominica

- Montserrat

- St. Kitts-Nevis

- St. Lucia

- St Vincent and the Grenadines

- Grenada

- Suriname

- Haiti

The fifteen members of CARICOM comprise:

- All the English speaking islands in the Caribbean

- Guyana and Suriname in South America

- Belize in Central America

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ON YOUR OWN:


1. What does the acronym CARICOM stand for?

____________________________________________________________

2. What is the name of the agreement that was signed to form

CARICOM?

________________________________________________________________

3. How many countries signed this agreement?

4. In which year was this agreement signed?

__________________________________________________________________

5. Name two Heads of State that signed the Treaty responsible for

the birth of CARICOM.

HOMEWORK:

1. List the names of the all CARICOM members of State.


1. How many members joined CARICOM after it was formed?

________________________________________________________________

2. How many member states are presently in CARICOM?

_______________________________________________________________

3. Suriname is a member of CARICOM. (TRUE/ FALSE)

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4. Name the CARICOM country which is located in Central America.

________________________________________________________________

5. When did Guyana become a member of CARICOM?

________________________________________________________________

HOMEWORK:

Write the name for the member state of CARICOM represented by

each flag.

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REVIEW

ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS:

1. Name three member states that joined CARICOM after it was

formed.

________________________________________________________________

2. Name the Head of State of Jamaica who signed the treaty.

______________________________________________

3. What is the name of the agreement that was signed to form

CARICOM?

______________________________________________________

4. In which country was this agreement signed?

______________________________________________________________

5. How many countries signed this agreement?

_____________________________________________________________

6. Name two countries that signed this agreement.

______________________________________________________________

7. In which year did CARICOM come into being?

_____________________________________________________________

8. How many countries are members of CARICOM?

__________________________________________________________________

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Match the member states to their Heads of Government who signed

the agreement.

No. Member State Heads of State who signed the

agreement.

9.

10.

11.

Trinidad and Tobago

Guyana

Barbados

Mr. Forbes Burnham

Mr. Errol Barrow

Dr. Eric Williams

Mr. Michael Manley

12. Name two member states of CARICOM that are located in South

America.

________________________________________________________________

13. Is Venezuela a member of Caricom? (TRUE / FALSE)

14. Explain briefly why CARICOM was formed.

_________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

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-LOCATION OF GUYANA’S CARICOM NEIGHBOURS

FACTS/TIPS:

Location of CARICOM Member States

-All the members of CARICOM with the exception of Guyana,

Suriname and Belize are located in the Caribbean Sea.

-Guyana and Suriname are located in South America while

Belize is located in Central America.

Map Showing the Location of CARICOM Members

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ON YOUR OWN:

ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS. Write your answers on the lines.

1. The Caribbean Community consists of fifteen (15) members;

name three of those members.

_____________________________________________________________

2. In which continent is Guyana located?

_____________________________________________________________

Match the Member States of CARICOM to their correct

locations.

No. Members Locations

3.

4.

5.

Belize

Suriname

Haiti

Caribbean Sea

Central America

South America

North America

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HOMEWORK:

On the map below, colour to show the following CARICOM

members.

Jamaica Haiti Belize Trinidad and Tobago

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- CAPITAL, LANGUAGE, PRODUCTS AND CURRENCY OF GUYANA’S CARICOM

NEIGHBOURS

FACTS/TIPS:

Country Capital Official

Language

Main Products Currency

Antigua and

Barbuda

St. John’s English cotton, rum

Eastern

Carribean dollar

The Bahamas Nassau English crayfish,

tomatoes,

coconut,

sponges,

lumber

Bahamian dollar

Barbados Bridgetown English sugar,

clothing, rum,

molasses

Barbadian Dollar

Belize Belmopan English sugar,

molasses,

shrimp

Belize Dollar

Dominica Roseau English coconuts,

citrus fruits,

bananas

EC Dollars

Dominican Peso

Guyana Georgetown English bauxite,

alumina,

Guyana Dollar

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sugar, rice,

timber, gold

Country Capital Official

Language

Main Products Currency

Grenada St. George’s English nutmeg,

spices,

cocoa,

bananas

Eastern

Carribean dollar

Haiti Port-au-Prince French coffee, sugar,

rice, bananas

Gourde

Jamaica Kingston English alumina,

bauxite,

sugar, rum,

cement

Jamaican Dollar

Montserrat Plymouth English pepper,

tomatoes,

cotton, limes

Eastern Carribean

dollar

St. Kitts and

Nevis

Basseterre English beer, ale,

cotton, lobster

Eastern Carribean

dollar

St. Lucia Castries English bananas,

coconut oil,

cardboard

boxes, fruits,

cocoa

Eastern Carribean

dollar

St. Vincent and

the Grenadines

Kingstown English bananas,

arrowroot,

sweet potatoes

Eastern Carribean

dollar

Trinidad and

Tobago

Port-of- Spain English cocoa, crude

petroleum,

petroleum

products,

methanol

Trinidad and

Tobago Dollars

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Suriname Paramaribo Dutch bauxite, gold,

petroleum, rice,

oil palm

Suriname Dollar

OWN YOUR OWN:

ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS. Write your answers on the lines.

1. Name two products which are produced in Dominica.

__________________________________________________________________

2. Which member of CARICOM has French as its official language?

________________________________________________________________

3. Name two countries within CARICOM that have petroleum as their

main product.

_______________________________________________________________

4. List three CARICOM states that use the Eastern Caribbean dollar.

_______________________________________________________________

5. Paramaribo is to Suriname as ______________________is to Barbados.

HOMEWORK:

Make a list of all the CARICOM members that use the Eastern

Caribbean dollar as their currency.

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TOPIC: OUR NATION

WEEK 17: NATIONAL AWARDS

- CATEGORIES OF NATIONAL AWARDS

FACTS/TIPS

➢ National Awards are awards given out to distinguished

Guyanese for rendering services to their community and

country.

➢ They receive these awards at a ceremony at the National

Cultural Centre from the Executive President of Guyana.

➢ The Order of Excellence (O.E) is the highest award of the

country.

➢ The Order of Roraima (O.R) is the second highest award. It is

awarded to any citizen of Guyana who has rendered

outstanding service to Guyana.

➢ The Cacique Crown of Honour (C.C.H) may be awarded to a

citizen who has given service of a very high quality.

➢ The Arrow of Achievement (A.A) may be awarded to a citizen

who has given long and dedicated service of a high standard.

➢ The Medal of Service (M.S) may be given for service of a

special quality in community work and acts of bravery.

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➢ The Military Service Star (M.S.S) is the highest award of the state

for Military Service.

Order of Excellence Order of Roraima Cacique Crown of

Honour

ON YOUR OWN


1. Name Guyana’s highest National Award.

___________________________________________________________

2. Peter John, an outstanding soldier, received a National

Award. Name the type of award he would likely receive.

____________________________________________________________

3. Which award is given to a citizen who has given service of

a very high quality?

___________________________________________________________

4. Who presents the National Awards to the awardees?

_____________________________________________________________

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5. Write what these mean:

A. A _________________________________

C. C. H ______________________________

O. R _________________________________

HOMEWORK

Collect pictures of National Awards given out in Guyana. Write brief

notes on each National Award.

TOPIC: GUYANESE WHO RECEIVED NATIONAL AWARDS

FACTS/TIPS

➢ The people recommended for National Awards are persons

who are dedicated and consistent service of the highest

quality.

➢ Her Excellency, Mrs. Janet Jagan received the Order of

Excellence.

➢ A person who has received the Order of Excellence will write

‘O.E’ at the end of his or her surname and ‘The Honourable’

before his/her name. Example: The Honourable Mrs. Janet

Jagan O.E

➢ When an award of a higher grade of service is made to a

person who already holds an award, the lower award shall be

returned to the chancellor.

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➢ The recipient may then use the abbreviation of the higher

award.

➢ Officers of the Guyana Defence force will receive the Military

Service Star ( M.S.S)

➢ Community workers in Guyana may receive the Medal of

Service (M. S) for service of special quality and acts of bravery.

➢ Citizens of Guyana who have been working for long hours in

the public service, Local Government and voluntary services

may be awarded the Cacique Crown of Honour (C.C.H.)

ON YOUR OWN


1. The award that was given to Mrs. Janet Jagan was the

_______________________________________________________________

2. You have received a National Award for service of special quality

in your community. How must your name be written after receiving

this award?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

3. What should happen when someone receives a higher grade of

award?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

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4. Name an award that a Guyanese may receive for working long

hours in the public service system.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

5. Why do you think National Awards are important?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

HOMEWORK

In the space below, write the name of one Guyanese who received

National Awards.

National Awards Guyanese who received the

National Award

1. Order of Excellence

2. Order of Roraima

3. Cacique Crown of Honour

4. The Golden Arrow of

Achievement

5. Medal of Service

6. The Military Service Star

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REVIEW


1. Two examples of National Awards are _______________________

and ______________________.

2. The abbreviation, M.S.S is for the _______________________award.

3. James, an outstanding worker at the Ministry of Education has

been given an award. Name the award he is likely to receive.

______________________________________.

4. How can one be qualified to receive the Order of Excellence?

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

5. Who is responsible for presenting the National Awards?

_____________________________________________________________

6. O.E. is to Order of Excellence as O.R. is to

_____________________________________________________________

7. The Cacique Crown of Honour was received by Mr. Paul Slowe.

How must his name be written after receiving this award?

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

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For questions 8-10 write T for True and F for false.

8. The Order of Roraima may be awarded to a citizen of Guyana

who has given services of a very high quality.

____________________

9. A person who has received The Order of Excellence will have

O.E at the end of his or her name.

_________________________________

10. Soldiers may receive the award M.S.S._____________________

Disciplined Service Medal

11.When would a Guyanese receive the medal shown above?

_______________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________

12. You have received the Disciplined Service Medal, what

advice would you give to your friend if he wants to receive an

award?

_______________________________________________________________

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For questions 13-15 choose the correct answers.

13. People recommended for National Awards must be

____________

(dedicated, dishonest)

14. The ceremony for National Awards usually takes place at

___________________. (Cultural Centre, National Stadium)

15. The abbreviation, M.S. stands for

________________________________

(Modern of Service, Medal of Service)

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TOPIC: OUR EARLY FAMILY

WEEK 17: PLACES WHERE THE EARLY FAMILIES CAME FROM

-THE ETNNIC GROUP

FACT/TIP:

An ethnic group is a class of people who are similar to each other

through a common language, history, culture, religion or race.

There are six ethnic groups living in Guyana.

We also have the mixed group. This group is formed when two

different ethnic groups come together.

The six ethnic groups are:

1. The Amerindians 2. The Europeans 3. The Africans

4. The East Indians 5. The Portuguese 6. The Chinese

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ON YOUR OWN:

Draw a line from the ethnic group in the box to the picture of the child.

Write the name of another ethnic group you can see in the picture.

_____________________________________________________________

HOMEWORK:

To which ethnic group do you belong?

Ask your parent(s) to help you to name all the ethnic groups in your

family.

East Indian Chinese African

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-THE ETHNIC GROUP

FACTS/ TIPS

-The ethnic groups came from all over the world.

Ethnic Group Continent

The Amerindians, East Indians and Chinese Asia

The Europeans and the Portuguese Europe

The Africans Africa

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Map of the world showing the continents from which the ethnic

groups came.

ON YOUR OWN

Colour the continent from which the Chinese came in red, the

Africans in blue and the Europeans in green.

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HOMEWORK:

On the map below colour to show the different continents.

Use red to colour the continent in which Guyana is found.

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REVIEW


1. Name two ethnic groups that are living in Guyana.

_______________________________________________________

2. Which group came from the continent of Africa?

________________________________________________________

3. Name the continent from which this group came.

____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

4. What name is given to the group that is formed through inter

marriages? ______________________________________________

5. Name the continent from which the Chinese came.

________________________________________________________

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Study the map of the world showing the continents and answer the

following questions.

Write the name of the continent indicated by the letters.

6. X --------------------

7. Y --------------------

8. The East Indians came from the continent labelled -------.

9. From which continent did the ancestors of the Africans come?

_______________________

X

Y

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TOPIC: THE EARLY PEOPLE

WEEK 18: THE ETHNIC GROUP

- THE AMERINDIANS

FACT/TIP:

Why They Came:

- The Amerindians were the first group of people who came to

Guyana.

- They came in search of warmer lands and food.

- They left Asia during the fourth ice age.

- They followed the herds of animals as they moved from one

feeding ground to another.

- They crossed the Bering Strait which is a narrow body of water,

that was a frozen ice bridge.

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- They passed North America and Central America before

reaching Guyana in South America.

The Route taken by the Amerindians.

Map of the world showing the route the Amerindians took

ON YOUR OWN


1. Which were the first group of people to come to Guyana?

_____________________________________________________

2. The Amerindians left Asia during the fourth ice age. TRUE / FALSE.

3. What is the name of the narrow body of water that the

Amerindians crossed on their way to Guyana?

___________________________________________________________

4. Name one continent the Amerindians passed before reaching

Guyana.

_____________________________________________________________

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HOMEWORK:

1. On the map of the world below trace the route the Amerindians

took to reach Guiana.

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THE AMERINDIANS SETTLEMENTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS

FACTS/TIPS

When the Amerindians arrived in Guyana they settled along the

coastlands and near river banks. The places where Amerindians live

are called reservations.

Some areas they settled in were:

- North and South of the Rupununi Savannahs

- South Pakaraimas

- The Barama and the Pomeroon Rivers

- The North West Districts

- The Kamarang River

- Upper Mazaruni

- Upper Pomeroon and Cuyuni Rivers

ON YOUR OWN


1. Name two places where the Amerindians settled.

_____________________________________________________________

2. Name two rivers where the Amerindians set out reservations.

__________________________________________________________________

3. What name is given to the place where the Amerindians live?

____________________________________________________.

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HOMEWORK:

I can investigate. Find out the contributions made by the Amerindians.

Use the table below. Complete it by putting in two more of each:

Place, Food, Craft and Dance in each column. Use pictures where

you can.

Places Foods Crafts Dances

Cuyuni

Mazaruni

Farine

Tasso

Piwari

Nibbi furniture

Tibisiri mats

Baboon

Carrion crow

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REVIEW

Answer all the questions.

1. To which ethnic group do the children in the picture belong?

____________________________________________________

2. They came from the continent of ___________________________.

3. They crossed a body of water called the

____________________________________________________________.

4. List the continent in which Guyana is located.

____________________________________________________________.

Study the map carefully and then answer the question.

5. The continent from which the Amerindians came is labelled _____.

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6. The Amerindians settled in the North West District. True / False.

Match the contributions of the Amerindians to their categories.

Contributions Categories

7. Cassava bread

8. Hammock

9. Carrion Crow

Craft

dance

food

10. The woman in the picture is most likely making --------------------

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FACT/TIP:

The early family came from the continents of Asia, Europe and Africa.

The Early Family Where they came from

Amerindians The Amerindians are called the indigenous people

because they were the first people who came to

Guyana. They came from the continent of Asia.

Europeans The Europeans came from the continent of Europe.

Some countries they came from were:

- England, France, Holland and Spain.

Africans The Africans came from the continent of Africa. They

came from countries between the Senegal and

Congo Rivers. Some of these countries were:

The Congo, Cameroon, Gambia, Gabon and Mali.

East Indians The East Indians came from the continent of Asia.

Some places they came from were:

Chota Nagpur, Burdwan and Bancoorah.

Portuguese The Portuguese came from the continent of Asia. They

were brought from Madeira Islands.

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Chinese The Chinese came from the continent of Asia.

ON YOUR OWN

Answer these questions.

1. Between which two rivers was the country from which the

Africans were taken?

______________________________________________________

2. Name the three ethnic groups that came from Asia.

_________________________________________________________

3. Which ethnic group came from Gambia?

__________________________________________________

Match the ethnic groups to the places from which they came.

Groups Places

4. East Indians

5. Africans

Madeira Islands.

Cameroon

Bancoorah

HOMEWORK: Use the map below and write the names of the

continents from which the ethnic groups came

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WEEK 18: CONTRIBUTIONS OF THE EARLY FAMILIES

FACT/TIP:

The ethnic groups made several contributions to the Guyanese

society.

Groups Contributions

Amerindians Places named: Cuyuni, Mazaruni, Kaieteur,Waratuk.

Food: Pepperpot, casareep, cassava bread, farine.

Craft: Hammock, nibbi furniture, tibisiri mats.

Europeans: Places named: Stabroek, La Repentir, Chateau,

Margot, Lethem, Whales, Santa Rosa.

Food: Pastries, pudding, pies.

Africans: Places Named: Victoria, Plaisance, Ithaca

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Food: Metagee, cook-up-rice, conkie yam and

plantain foo-foo.

Dress: Dashikis, wraps, headties.

Festivals: Cumfa, masquerades, flutes

Beliefs: Obeah, Voodoo, Baccoo

Craft: Carvings, weaving of mats, baskets, pottery.

Groups Contributions

East Indians Food: Dhall and rice, Roti and curry, Dhalpuri

Dress: Sari, orhni, shalwar, Kurtas, Lahenga

Festivals: Eid-ul-Fitr, Phagwah, Youman Nabi

Dances: Kathack, Nagara

Portuguese Food: Garlic pork, beef stew, bean soup, pancakes

Musical instruments: Rajas, Braggs

Chinese Food: Fried rice, wonton soup, chowmein,

Dress: Tunics, sarongs

Festivals: Chinese New Year

Musical instruments: Cymbals, drums.

Dance: Dragon Dance,

Craft: Embroidery

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ON YOUR OWN

Answer these questions.

1. Name two rivers named by the Amerindians?

________________________________________________

2. Which ethnic group named the village of ‘Santa Rosa’?

__________________________________________________

3. Which ethnic group is associated with the ‘Dragon Dance’?

________________________________________________________

4. The dresses shown below are worn by which ethnic groups?

_________________________________________________________

5. Name two foods of the Africans.

______________________________________________________

HOMEWORK:

Compile a scrapbook to show the contributions of each ethnic

group

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REVIEW


1. Name two continents from which the early people came.

__________________________, _______________________________.

Match the ethnic groups to the continents from which they came.

Ethnic Groups Continents

2. Africans

3. East Indians

4. Portuguese

Asia

Europe

Africa

5. Name one country from which the Europeans came.

______________________________________________

6. Which group of people contributed ‘foo foo’ to our society?

__________________________________________

7. The dashikis are to Africans as the shalwar is to

___________________________________________.

8. Name the groups of ancestors that came from Asia.

_____________________________________________________________

9. Which ethnic group do the families in the picture below most

likely represent? ____________________________________

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10. Two places from where the group shown in the picture

above came were Bancoorah and ____________________.

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TOPIC: OUR NATION

WEEK 18: THE STRUGGLE FOR INDEPENDENCE

FACTS/TIPS

➢ The people in British Guiana were paid small wages.

➢ Political groups were formed by both men and women.

➢ The real purpose of forming these groups was to help the

people to improve their skills and to encourage them to take

part in matters of the state.

➢ An election was held in 1953 where the People’s Progressive

Party (P.P.P) won. They were only allowed to be in office for 133

days.

➢ An interim government was set up by the British Government.

➢ Elections were held in 1964 using the Proportional

Representation System.

➢ Mr Linden Forbes Sampson Burnham and Mr Peter D’Aguiar

formed the ruling Government with Dr. Cheddi Jagan being

the leader of the opposition.

➢ The leader of the People’s National Congress (P.N.C) was Mr.

Forbes Burnham.

➢ The leader of the P.P.P was Dr. Cheddi Jagan

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➢ The leader of the United Force (U.F) was Mr. Peter D’Aguiar.

➢ Guyanese were able to move from being a colony to choosing

their own Government and eventually gaining the right to

govern themselves.

➢ Independence means managing and directing your own

affairs.

➢ Guyana became a Republic on February 23, 1970.

➢ Guyana has gained its Republican Status under the new

constitution with the Head of State being the Executive

President.

ON YOUR OWN

1. Why were political groups formed?

_____________________________________________________________

2. Name the political party that won the election in 1953.

_____________________________________________________________

3. What electoral system was used in the elections held in1964?

_____________________________________________________________

4. The last stage of development under the New Constitution is

_____________________________________________________________

5. Give the meaning of the word independence.

_____________________________________________________________

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HOMEWORK

In about 120 words write a composition on the topic: ‘The

Struggle for Independence’

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REVIEW


1. The flag that was flown in Guyana before Independence was

called _______________________.

2. Guyana remained a colony for ______________ years.

3. What is a colony?

____________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________

4. Name two colours that can be found on the flag flown in

Guyana before independence.

__________________________and _______________________

For questions 5-8 write T for the true statements and F for the false

statements.

5. The leader of P.N.C was Dr. Cheddi Jagan. ___

6. An Interim government was set up by the British Government. __

7. The people of British Guiana were paid large sums of money. __

8. Political groups were formed by men and women. ___

9. What is the meaning of Independence?

____________________________________________________________

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10. State the purpose of forming political groups in British Guiana.

_________________________________________________________________

11. The stage of the political development of Guyana after being a

colony is

__________________________________________________________________

12. Write the name of the electoral system that was used for the

elections held in 1964.

_________________________________________________________________

13. The rulers of the leading party after the elections held in 1964

were

_____________________________and__________________________.

14. Of which political party was Mr. Peter D’Aguiar the leader?

______________________________________________________________

15. On what date did Guyana gain its Republican status?

_________________________________________________________________

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TOPIC: SYMBOLS OF NATIONHOOD

WEEK 18: NATIONAL ANTHEM AND THE GOLDEN ARROWHEAD

FACTS/TIPS

➢ Our national flag, our national Anthem, our national

pledge and our national Coat - of -Arms are highly

recognized symbols of nationhood.

➢ The words of the National Anthem were written by an

Anglican Priest, Rev. A. L. Luker.

➢ The music was written by Mr R.C.G Potter, a Guyanese

educator, after whom the Cyril Potter College was named.

The Golden Arrowhead.

➢ The Golden Arrowhead is the name of Guyana's National

Flag.

➢ The Golden Arrowhead has five colours.

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➢ GREEN represents the agricultural and forested nature of

Guyana.

➢ WHITE symbolizes the rivers and water potential of the

country.

➢ The GOLDEN arrow represents Guyana's mineral wealth.

➢ BLACK portrays the strength and endurance that will

sustain the forward thrust of the Guyanese people.

➢ RED represents the zeal and dynamic task of nation-

building.

ON YOUR OWN


1. Three symbols of nationhood are ______________________________,

________________________ and___________________________________.

2. The words of the National Anthem were written by

__________________________________________________________________

3. The Golden Arrowhead has a red triangle, what is the significance

of it?

_________________________________________________________________

4. Which colour signifies Guyana’s mineral wealth?

__________________________________________________________________

5. The country’s forward thrust into the future is represented by the

colour

_________________________________________________________________

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The COAT-OF-ARMS, THE NATIONAL PLEDGE AND NATIONAL ANTHEM

FACTS/TIPS

The Coat of Arms of Guyana.

➢ On the Coat-of -Arms, the Amerindian head-dress stands for

the Amerindians as the indigenous people of the country.

➢ The two jaguars holding a pick-axe, a sugarcane and a stalk

of rice stand for labour and the two main agricultural industries

of the country.

➢ The shield stands for protection of the nation.

➢ The two diamonds signify the country’s mineral wealth.

➢ The three blue wavy lines represent the many rivers of Guyana

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The National Pledge

➢ The words of the National Pledge are repeated with citizens

standing at attention with the right hand placed over the heart.

The National Anthem

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Respect for the Symbols of Nationhood

All Guyanese are expected to honour the Symbols of Nationhood

We can do so by:

➢ standing at attention when the Anthem is being played or

sung.

➢ standing at attention with the right hand placed over the heart

when the National Pledge is being recited.

➢ showing respect for the National Flag.

ON YOUR OWN


1. On the Coat - of- Arms the head-dress signifies _______________.

2. The many rivers of Guyana are represented by ______________.

3. How should citizens stand when repeating the words of

Guyana’s National Pledge?

____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

4. Peter and the rest of the class are at assembly. It is time to sing

the National Anthem. How should they stand?

_____________________________________________________________

5. The two diamonds on the Coat -of-Arms signify

____________________________________________________________

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HOMEWORK

Create a scrapbook with the Symbols of Nationhood. Briefly

describe each Symbol of Nationhood.

REVIEW


1. The Golden Arrowhead is an example of

a_____________________

2. Give the name of the person who wrote the words of the

National Anthem.______________________________

Study the picture carefully then answer questions 3-5

3. The three blue wavy lines remind us of

________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________

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4. What signify the two main agriculture industries in Guyana?

_________________________

5. Place an x on the symbol that stands for protection of the

nation.

For questions 6-10 write T for the true statements and F for the false

statements.

6. The black triangle stands for the zeal and the dynamic task of

nation building. ___________

7. We should sit when the National Anthem is being played or

sung.

____________

8. All Guyanese are expected to honour the National Symbols.

____________

9. The words of the National Anthem were written by A. L. Luker.

__________________

10. Another name for the Amerindians is Indigenous

people._________


11. What is the official name of the flag above?

_____________________________________________________________

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12. State the colour that represents Guyana’s rivers and water

potential. _______________________________________________

13. Suggest one way Guyanese can show respect for the

flag.

_____________________________________________________________

14. Name two places in Guyana where the flag is being

flown.

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TOPIC: THE WEATHER

WEEK 19: THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WEATHER AND CLIMATE

FACTS/TIPS

Weather reflects short-term conditions of the atmosphere

while climate is the average daily weather for an extended

period of time at a certain location.

Weather can change from minute-to-minute, hour-to-hour, day-

to-day, and season-to-season. Climate, is the average

of weather over time and space.

There are basically four elements of weather that can help

describe weather. The four elements include wind,

temperature, air pressure and moisture.

On your own

Find out the meaning for the terms:

Temperature

Atmospheric pressure

Humidity

Rainfall

Sunshine

Cloud cove

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Some types of weather instruments:

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Wind Vane

• Anemometer

• Rain-Gauge

HOMEWORK

Paste pictures of each weather instruments.

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TOPIC: THE WEATHER

WEEK 19: THE EARTH’S CLIMATIC ZONES.

FACTS/TIPS:

The world is divided into zones because of the amount of heat it

receives from the sun. The climatic zones help us to understand some

of the relationships between the earth and the sun.

The diagram below shows the zones of the earth.

Effects of Climate Change.

The trapping of the sun's rays by the gases in the atmosphere is

known as the 'Greenhouse effect'. These greenhouse gases - carbon

dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide and ozone usually trap the sun's

heat. They also send some of the sunlight's rays to the earth. Ozone

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which is a by-product of combustion or the burning of fuel,

especially in automobiles and jet aircraft, is beneficial. It is so

because it absorbs the ultra violet rays of the sun.

Global warming is the unusually rapid increase in Earth's average

surface temperature over the past century primarily due to the

greenhouse gases released by people burning fossil fuels.

Global warming can have ill-effects on the earth. It can give rise to

increased water vapour, hence rains; ice and snow will melt rapidly;

oceans, seas, rivers and other waterways will overflow; hence floods.

Too much water around can hinder the free movement of people

from carrying out their daily tasks. Animals and domestic birds may

die. On the other hand, too much ultra violet rays from the sun may

result in skin cancer in people. The intense heat may cause plants

and animals to die in large numbers.

People of the Desert

In the Tropical Zone there are hot deserts where people live. Some

people who live in hot deserts are called nomads.

Their Homes

The homes of these nomads are huts or camp sites in the form of

tents. These tents are set up at a spot where there are trees and

water. The place in the desert where there are trees and water is

called an oasis.

A hot desert is an area where there is hardly any rain and where

very little vegetation grows.

Oases are places in the desert where there is enough water for

palms and other trees to grow.

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Their Clothes

People who live in deserts usually wear loose, thick clothing. This is

because the heat is very great during the day and cold at night.

Their Foods

The foods that these people eat are mainly meat, fruits and milk. The

meat of the camel is only used on a very special occasion.

ON YOUR OWN.

1. Define the term “desert” ______________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

2. In your own words state two effects that Global warming has on

our planet earth.

__________________________________________________________________

3. What are 3 most important greenhouse gases?

4. State two activities that contribute to greenhouse gases.

___________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________

5. Complete the table below on the culture of the people in the

desert.

Homes Clothes Food

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HOMEWORK.

Draw and label a diagram to show the different climatic zones and

temperature on the earth. Be sure to show the equator.

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TOPIC: THE WEATHER

WEEK 19: THE EARTH’S CLIMATIC ZONES.

FACTS/TIPS:

The world is divided into zones because of the amount of heat it

receives from the sun. These zones are called climatic zones.

The Tropical Zone.

The Tropical Zone is located between the Tropic of Cancer and the

Tropic of Capricorn.

Countries within this zone experience very high temperatures.

Countries within this zone include Nigeria and Kenya, the Philippines

and Sri Lanka. Deserts and Savannahs are located in the Tropical

Zone.

People who live in the deserts are called nomads.

The Temperate Zone.

The Temperate zones are the two zones found in the North and

South of the tropics. They are called the North Temperate Zone and

the South Temperate Zone.

Countries in these zones are neither very hot nor very cold all the

time.

They are called the temperate or cool lands.

Countries in these zones experience four seasons. These seasons are

summer, winter, spring and autumn.

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The North Temperate Zone is found between the Tropic of Cancer

and the Arctic Circle.

Some countries found here are the U.S.A., Canada and China. The

South Temperate Zone is found between the Tropic of Capricorn and

the Antarctic Circle.

Some countries located in the South Temperate zones are Argentina,

New Zealand and South Africa.

The Frigid or Polar Zone.

The North Polar Zone is located in the Arctic Circle.

The people of the Arctic are called Eskimos. It is very cold in the

Arctic Region, but in June, July and August, it is not so cold. These

months are called summer and the Eskimos live in tents and do lots

of fishing and hunting.

From October to June or July of the following year the sea remains

frozen. During this time they live in their winter homes called igloos.

They wear clothing to protect them from the winter in the Arctic.

The diet of the Eskimos consists of berries, seals, fish, walruses, whales

etc.

The South Polar Zone is located in the Antarctic Circle.

There is no permanent habitation here.

The South Polar Zone (Antarctica) is the world’s highest, driest,

coldest, windiest and iciest continent on earth.

These lands are called cold lands.

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ON YOUR OWN.

1. Complete the table below, showing countries that are found in

the Temperate Zones.

North Temperate Zone South Temperate Zone.

2. List two differences between the Tropical Zone and the Polar Zone

(i) ________________________________________________________________

(ii) ________________________________________________________________

3. Match these

Climatic Zone Temperature

Tropical cold

Temperate hot

Frigid cool

HOMEWORK.

1. (a) Draw a diagram and insert the Arctic and Antarctic circles.

(b) On the same diagram show the Tropic of Cancer and the

Tropic of Capricorn.

2. Make a scrap book with the clothes worn by the people in each

Zone.

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REVIEW

1. The earth is divided into _________________ zones.

2. The _______________ is an imaginary line that divides the earth into

Northern and Southern hemispheres.

3. Two countries found in the Southern hemisphere are _____________

and ________________.

4. In which zone is Guyana found? ________________________________

__________________________________________________________________;

5. The _____________________ is located 90 degrees South.

6. A country located 75 degrees North is situated near to the

imaginary line called___________________________.

7. How does global warming affect us? ___________________________

_________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

8. Identify two ways in which we can protect our planet earth.

(i) ________________________________________________________________

(ii) ________________________________________________________________

9. Describe the way of dress of the people of the desert.

__________________________________________________________________

10. Look at the picture below carefully, then complete the

statements.

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(a) The name of the structure shown above is a/an ________________.

(b) The dwelling place in the picture is most likely used during the

________________ season.

(c) The people who live in this kind of abode are the

________________.

(d) The said people use ______________ as a means of transportation.

(e) Two foods used by these people are __________________ and

______________________________.

(f) What type of clothing is worn by the people mentioned above?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________.

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