Africa PBL Intro- MOD

Africa Travel Project

Module 9

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Hello Fabulous 7th Graders, As our unit on Africa comes to a close, we will be completing a required project that takes our knowledge of this vast continent even further. This project will be worth 40 portfolio points and will be worked on in Live Class the week of 3/2 and 3/9. Scenario: You have won the Reach Travel Scholarship for your excellence in 7th grade. Reach is sending you to Africa for a 5-day trip to the country of your choice this summer. You are provided with free airfare and a budget of $1,500 to explore and learn about African history and culture. Your tasks are to create a travel budget for your trip along with a final product to show off what you have learned.

Part 2: Final Product

Part 1: Travel Budget

Standards Assessed

Africa Travel Project Grading

The project is worth 40 points and is broken down into two parts.

Breakdown of Points: Part 2 12 Points for completed Final Product

• Content Accuracy ___/3
• Completion ___/3
• Creativity ___/2
• Clarity ___/2
• Conventions ___/2

Breakdown of Points: Part 1 28 points for a completed Travel Budget

• Country name and Location on Map: _____/2 pt.
• Justification: _____/3 pts.
• Inequalities section: ____ 6pts
• Hotel section : _____/4 pts.
• Activities section: _____/5 pts.
• Final Budget and Percentage : _____/4 pt.
• Research: _____/6 pts.

Let's Get Pick Our Country: Recommened Countries:

Direction: Click the flag to learn more about each country.

Kenya

South Africa

Morocco

Picked your country?

Begin your next step by completing the travel budget assignment in Canvas.

Morocco THe gem of North Africa

The Gem of North Africa

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Geography

• Morocco has a varied climate. Along the coastline, Morocco has a Mediterranean climate, ideal for growing dates and olives. Further inland, Morocco is mostly desert - the mighty Sahara Desert find its Western terminus in Morocco.
• Morocco is very mountainous.
• Morocco borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.

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Traditionally, camel caravans were the only way to cross the Sahara Desert. In more remote parts of the country, the local people, called the Berbers, still use caravans to cross large swaths of desert.

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Morocco is home to some of the highest and most impressive mountains in Africa. The Atlas Range has peaks that reach over 10,000 feet and are snow capped even in the summer months!

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Only Morocco and Spain have coastlines that border both the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. This makes fishing one of the top industries of Morocco. The Mediterranean coastline seen in the image here is known for its beautiful turquoise waters, adored by tourists and natives alike!

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Government

Country Name: Conventional long form: Kingdom of Morocco Conventional short form: Morocco Government type: Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy Capital: Rabat Independence: 2 March 1956 (from France) National holiday: Throne Day (accession of King Mohammed VI to the throne), 30 July 1999 Legal system: Mixed legal system of civil law based on French civil law and Islamic (sharia) law; judicial review of legislative acts by Constitutional Court Flag description: Red with a green pentacle (five-pointed, linear star) known as Sulayman's (Solomon's) seal in the center of the flag; red and green are traditional colors in Arab flags; the pentacle represents the five pillars of Islam and signifies the association between God and the nation; design dates to 1912

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Animal Life

• Animal life in Morocco is abundant and diverse. Critters that find their home in desert climates can typically be found in Morocco, such as the Fennec fox, Dorcas gazelle, golden jackals, addax, gerbils, rodents, snakes, and lizards.

• Fennec Fox cubs

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History

• Morocco has a long history dating back thousands of years.
• In ancient times, the region was colonized by the Phoenicians, who brought trade to the region and connected it with the greater Mediterranean world.
• Later Morocco was made a Roman colony. Many Roman ruins can be found along the Mediterranean coast in Morocco.
• Finally, Morocco was conquered by Muslim armies in the 8th century and has been an Islamic stronghold ever since.

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The great Mosque of Rabat dates to the 10th century and is an excellent example of Moorish architecture.

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Over the course of 500 years, the Romans built hundreds of temples such as the one seen here in the ancient Roman settlement of Volubilis, along the Mediterranean coast.

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Culture

• The main language of Morocco is Arabic, but many of the inhabitants of the desert still speak the ancient Berber language, which predates Arabic by hundreds of years.
• Morocco is a Muslim country predominantly.
• Most Moroccans dress in modern clothes these days, but one very famous piece of clothing originated in Morocco called the Fez, which is a brimless, tasseled cap that was traditionally worn by men.
• In more traditional Muslim families married woman cover their faces when out and about.

A young boy wearing the traditional Fez hat.

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Hijabs and face coverings are still worn by many woman in Morocco, which signifies their marital status. Henna tattoos are also very common in Morocco, and are seen as an adornment for women and sometimes men.

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Cuisine

• Moroccan cuisine is known for its Mediterranean vegetables, such as eggplant, lentils, chickpeas, tomatoes, and peppers.
• Yogurt is used a lot in Moroccan cooking.
• Moroccan cuisine also uses many different spices, such as cinnamon, turmeric, and cumin.
• Most meat eaten in Morocco is lamb or goat, which are raised by shepherds.
• The most famous Moroccan food is couscous, which is made from semolina wheat.

Moroccan couscous with roasted lamb

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Beneficial Websites: Click the link

Offical Morocco website: https://www.visitmorocco.com/en

Lonely Planet: https://www.lonelyplanet.com/morocco

Viator: https://www.viator.com/Morocco/d825

Rough Guides: https://www.roughguides.com/morocco/

Nomadic Matt: https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-guides/morocco-travel-guide/

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South Africa Sojourn

Cape Town

Venture to the southernmost tip of Africa to be gilded in gold, sun, and sand.

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Geography

• Climate (Sunny days, cool nights)
• Semiarid and Subtropical (Moderated by ocean on three sides).
• Summer (December to March):
• 77°F average temperature
• Winter (June to August):
• 63°F average temperature
• Landscape
• Most of South Africa’s landscape is made up of plateaus or elevated flat areas of land.
• Kalahari Desert extends into the South African Northern Cape province.
• Bodies of water
• Atlantic Ocean to the west
• Indian Ocean to the southeast

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Animal Life

Springbok Springbok Pronking?! Click here to learn more.

Elephant Elephant Kumba likes to play the trumpet?! Click here to learn more.

African Penguin Penguin Crime Spree?! Click here to learn more.

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History of South Africa Part 1

BCE- “The prehistory and history of South Africa span nearly the entire known existence of human beings and their ancestors—some three million years or more—and include the wandering of small bands of hominins through the savanna, the inception of herding and farming as ways of life, and the construction of large urban centres.” Britannica

The Dutch Cape Colony switches hands between the British and Dutch through battles. By 1824, Dutch formally agree it is part of British Empire.

First Anglo-Boer War between British colonies and the Boers (People who trace their ancestry back to the Dutch settlers) in the Transvaal Republic.

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Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama sailed to India through the Cape of Good Hope.

1880- 1881

1796-1824

1652

1867

1497

1480s

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Diamonds discovered at Kimberley.

Dutch establish first permanent settlement around what is now Cape Town.

Portuguese navigator Bartholomeu Dias is the first European to travel round the southern tip of Africa.

History of South Africa Part 2

South Africa declared a republic (Independence from Britain). Nelson Mandela heads African National Congress’s new military wing, which launches sabotage campaign.

Second Anglo-Boer War begins and ends with the Transvaal and Orange Free State becoming part of British Empire.

FW de Klerk becomes president and meets Mandala. Public facilities desegregated. Many ANC activists freed, including Mandala.

1994

1989- 1990

1961

Mid 1880s

1899-1902

1948

1964

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Policy of apartheid (seperateness) adopted when National Party takes power. .

Nelson Mandela sentenced to life imprisonment.

Gold is discovered in Transvaal, triggering the gold rush.

Nelson Mandela elected President.

Culture

22% Zulu

16% Xhosa

9.6% English

13.5% Afrikaans

• Government: Parliamentary Democracy

• Language: 11 Official Languages

• Currency(Money: South African Rand

• Religions
• Christianity 86%
• Traditional African Religions 5.4%
• Muslim 1.9%

• Customs
• Afternoon Tea
• Adopted from British etiquette
• Tipping
• Eating out requires 10-20% tip

Click here to watch Traditional Zulu Dance

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Cuisine

Biltong + Droewors

• Preserved meat

Boerewors

• Traditional sausage

Chakalaka

• Vegetable dish

Koeksisters

• Version of a donut

Malva Pudding

• Baked sponge pudding

Watch the above video to see some of the most popular South African dishes.

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Famous Sites to See (Click to visit their webstie)

• The Kimberley Mine or “The Big Hole”
• “150 years ago, the site of the Big Hole was a featureless, flat-topped hill. When word spread that diamonds had been discovered, thousands of prospectors, armed with nothing more than picks, shovels and hope, descended on Kimberley and created the largest hand-dug excavation in the world.”

• Table Mountain
• “Flat-topped mountain in southwestern South Africa, overlooking Cape Town and Table Bay.”

• Kruger National Park
• “Kruger National Park, in northeastern South Africa, is one of Africa’s largest game reserves. Its high density of wild animals includes the Big 5: lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffalos.”

Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa

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Things to do: Click to Learn More

• Apartheid Museum
• Apartheid was a system of racial segregation enforced by the ruling National Party of South Africa from 1948-1994.

• Robben Island Prison Tour
• Learn about Apartheid and see where Nelson Mandala was imprisoned for 18 years.

• Tripadvisor Top 15 Things To Do in South Africa
• What other cool sites and attractions will you find to visit?

Watch the above video learn more about Cape Town’s Diamond Museum.

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Beneficial Websites

South Africa Tourism : https://www.southafrica.net/us/en/travel

Lonely Plant : https://www.lonelyplanet.com/south-africa

Viator: https://www.viator.com/South-Africa/d11-ttd

Trip Advisor: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g293740-South_Africa-Vacations.html

CIA Factbook: South Africa: https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/south-africa/

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Karibu!

Welcome to Kenya!

Kenya has been described as the heart of the African continent, with a blend of unique cultures, fascinating animals, and jaw dropping landscapes, there is no other country quite like it.

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Introducing Kenya:

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Geography

• Kenya is located in East Africa between Somalia and Tanzania along the Indian Ocean coast.
• Along the coast the weather is tropical, in the north the country becomes desert like, and to the west Kenya has plentiful rivers and lakes.
• Kenya borders on Lake Victoria, the largest lake in Africa and second largest in the world (but don’t swim there, or else you’ll run into hippos and crocodiles!)

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Animal Life

• Kenya is home to animals such as: elephants, giraffes, hippos, rhinos, lions, cheetahs, leopards, zebras, many species of monkeys, baboons, wildebeests, warthogs, crocodiles, hyenas, buffalos, and many more!

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Watch me if you would like to see a cute video of a baby elephant

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History

• Kenya has been populated since the earliest human remains have been documented in the Paleolithic Era.
• Kenya has had a long history as a cultural crossroads, which has led to a rich history and sometimes conflict.
• More than 70 distinct ethnic groups and 42 tribes call Kenya home.
• Watch the video for more information!

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Culture

• English and Swahili are the two national languages of Kenya, but there are many distinct tribal languages spoken.
• In Kenya, people are predominantly Christian (85.5% of the country) with Islam being the second most predominant (10.9%)
• The Maasai people in Kenya are known for their bright and beautiful traditional clothing.
• You can watch Maasai men (in their traditional colorful dress) engage in a cultural jumping contest!
• In Kenya, groups are divided into 3 categories: the Bantu tribes, the Nilotic tribes, and the Hamitic tribes.
• The government is a Presidential Republic.

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Cuisine

• Nyama choma: means roasted or grilled meat in Swahili which is Kenyan barbecue!
• Ugali: this is normally served with nyama choma and is a cornmeal side dish similar to polenta.
• Fish is also prevalent in Kenyan cooking thanks to access to Lake Victoria and the coast!
• For those with a sweet tooth Mandazi is a Kenyan donut!
• Indian cooking also has an influence on Kenyan cuisine (Think about Kenya’s location on the Indian Ocean!)

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Famous Sites to See

• Maasai Mara National Reserve
• Mount Kenya
• Nairobi National Park
• Amboseli National Park
• Fort Jesus
• Giraffe Manor Hotel

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Things to do

• Visit a nature preserve or national park
• Embark on a safari to see wildlife
• Visit one of Kenya’s beautiful beaches
• Explore Mombasa or Nairobi
• Taste some local Kenyan dishes, like nyama choma
• Climb Mount Kenya
• Go to Lake Turkana to see crocodiles, black sand beaches, and three active volcanoes
• Go snorkeling or scuba diving

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Beneficial Websites- Click the links

• Lonely Planet: Kenya All around great site for travel information for Kenya

• National Geographic: Kenya Contains good articles about wildlife, culture, and destinations in Kenya.

• Booking.com for Hotels in Kenya

• Trip Advisor Kenya Has hotel, restaurant, things to do, and anything else you may need to plan a trip to Kenya.

• Viator: Kenya Has many activities

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