Geography is...
the study of places
What is a peninsula
An area of land surrounded by water on 3 sides.
Name the 5 Great Lakes
HOMES
Lake Huron
Lake Ontario
Lake Michigan
Lake Erie
Lake Superior
What 2 countries share a border the United States?
Mexico and Canada
What is a Natural Resource?
Something made in nature that we can use
What are some examples of Natural Resources?
Water, Trees, Sunshine, Wind, Fertile Soil
What are some Natural Characteristics of Michigan?
Penisulas, Sand Dunes, Mountains, Waterfalls, Forests, Islands
What 3 things are needed to make a state?
Land, people, and government
What are some ways ideas/information move?
Radio, TV, newspaper, phones, etc.
Why do people move in/out/around Michigan?
Jobs, schools, family, etc.
Name 2 regions Michigan is a part of.
Great Lakes Region
Midwest Region
What 2 regions is MICHIGAN made up of?
Upper Peninsula
Lower Peninsula
What are some characteristics of the Upper Peninsula?
Less people, less cities, more natural beauty, more natural resources, more elevation
What are some characteristics of the Lower Peninsula?
Highways, big cities, more people, more farm land