Year 7 Geography Curriculum Quiz

Year 7 Curriculum

• Unit 1: Mapmaking
  • Ordnance Survey maps are discussed.
  • Cardinal points, lines of latitude, and continents are covered.
  • Map projections and distortions are explained.
  • Map symbols and grid references (4-figure and 6-figure) are described.
  • Map scales and distance calculation are detailed.
  • Directions on maps are clarified.
  • Aerial and satellite images on maps are explored.
• Unit 2: Geography of the UK
  • The UK's countries and features are classified.
  • Physical landscapes of the UK are defined.
  • The Lake District and its features are detailed.
  • Factors affecting UK settlements are identified.
  • UK's population diversity is explained.
  • Local environment improvement is discussed.
• Unit 3: Development
  • Development is defined.
  • Methods for measuring development are outlined.
  • Development indicators are differentiated.
  • HDI and its indicators are described.
  • Congo's location and physical/human geography are analyzed.
  • Definition of Development Aid is provided.
  • Nigeria's location, demography, economic growth, and regional/global relevance are discussed.
  • Definition of TNC(Transnational corporations) is provided.
  • Oil extraction and its challenges/opportunities, and sustainability are discussed.
• Unit 4: Weather and Climate
  • Weather forecasting is defined.
  • Factors affecting climate are listed.
  • Rainfall mechanisms and factors affecting UK climate are explained.
  • Air masses and their influence on UK climate are discussed.
  • Climate graphs (and how they are used) are described.
  • Low-pressure (LP) and high-pressure (HP) systems and their effects on climate are covered.
  • Case studies of "Beast from the East" (UK) and Hurricane Katrina are included.
  • Tropical storms are described with a case study of Hurricane Katrina.
• Unit 5: World of Work
  • Employment sectors are classified.
  • Factors affecting industry location are listed.
  • Quaternary industries (e.g., tertiary industries) are discussed in relation to jobs.
  • Tourism as a tertiary industry is explained.
• Unit 6: Middle East
  • Middle East's location, human, and physical features are described.
  • Middle East climate is described.
  • Population distribution in the Middle East is explained.
  • Economic activities and developments in the Middle East are analyzed.
  • Development strategies in Yemen are examined.
  • Connections between the UK and Middle East are investigated.
  • The importance of oil in the Middle East is described.
  • The shift from oil to tourism in the UAE is explained.

Geography Cover Page Task

• Students create or draw a geography cover page with illustrations representing geography topics (e.g., compass, globe, map, world, etc.)

What is Geography About?

• Geography focuses on the Earth's features, including natural and human elements.
  • Pictures of forests, farms, cities, rivers, and volcanoes represent the subject.

Key Terms (Human and Physical Geography)

• Human Geography: Studies people, cultures, and places where people live (e.g., cities).
• Physical Geography: Focuses on natural Earth features (e.g., rivers).

Human or Physical Geography?

• A table identifies examples of human and physical geography. Examples include; Settlement (London), Volcano, Economic Development, River, and Rainforest.

Mapmaking Learning Objectives (L.O)

• Defining maps
• Understanding different types of maps
• Exploring map evolution through the years

Primary School Geography Recall

• Students should list 5-6 facts about geography as studied in primary school.

What is a Map?

• A map is a graphical representation of a particular area. This can be a city, country, or continent.
• Features are displayed as they would appear if viewed from above.
• Maps are a source of information about places

Types of Maps (Physical and Political)

• Physical maps: Show relief (height differences) and landforms (e.g., mountains, plains)
• Political maps: Illustrate boundaries of countries and cities

Identifying Maps

• Students should be able to recognize the type of map represented.

Map History (How Maps Changed Over the Years)

• Maps have been used since prehistoric times (e.g. cave paintings and bones)
• Early maps often represented simple features (e.g., buildings and volcanoes).
• Ancient Egyptians used papyrus for maps.
• Mapmaking techniques and needs changed over time to include military needs and exploration.
• The Industrial Revolution impacted mapmaking by increasing demand for them.
• Today, advanced technology enables quick and accurate creation of maps (e.g., using GPS).

Evolution of Mapmaking

• Different periods (Roman Empire, Middle Ages, Early Modern Period) and their impacts on mapmaking.

Glossary of Terms

• Relief: Term describing height differences on the Earth's surface.
• Evolution: Growth and development.
• Papyrus: Material in ancient Egypt used for writing and making rope.

Mercator's Map (1569)

• Gerardus Mercator created the world map (1569).
• He was a prominent cartographer.
• First attempt to create a spherical Earth representation on paper.

Modern Mapping

• Industrial Revolution: Impact on the need for and the creation of maps due to trade and travel.
• Availability of better and faster transport methods, impacted mapmaking to provide updated maps in the modern period.
• Technology of the 19th century improved accuracy and created more reliable and factual maps.

The Industrial Revolution

• The transition from hand-created goods to using machines.
• Occurred in Britain mainly, between 1760 and 1840.
• Affected many aspects of human history and manufacturing, with impacts on the creation of maps.

Cartographer Career

• Cartographers collect geographical information (using various methods).
• They design maps, charts, and plans.
• Study fields, such as Geography, GIS, Earth Sciences, and Oceanography. (A-levels).
• Employment sector includes public/private roles in companies, government, or transport organizations.

Maps Today

• GPS: Global Positioning System uses satellites to identify locations, provide directions, and travel speeds.
• Mobile phones: The internet and smartphone growth have enabled digital mapped displays on a phone for easy navigation and other functions.

Test your knowledge of Year 7 Geography covering mapmaking, the geography of the UK, and development concepts. This quiz includes questions on map symbols, UK landscapes, and development indicators, helping you understand key geographical principles. Challenge yourself and deepen your geographical understanding today!