Social Studies Worksheets Grade Six Package
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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
Provide answers to the following questions.
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.
______
Use the picture below to answer questions 9-11.
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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
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 9
4. Lethem 1
5. Mabaruma 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
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:
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
OWN YOUR OWN:
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.
1. How many Administrative Region is Guyana divided into? ______
Match the Regions to their names.
Region Name
4 Upper Takutu – Upper Essequibo
7 Demerara –Mahaica
9 Cuyuni – Mazaruni
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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
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.
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 East Berbice – Corentyne
7. Six Upper Demerara – Upper Berbice 8. Ten 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.
A
B
C B 11. On the map above place an X on the Administrative Region named Mahaica - Berbice.
12. Use your green crayon to colour Region Ten.
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
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: Five Towns:
-Rice and sugarcane cultivation -Georgetown, the capital city
- Fruit, ground provision and vegetable -Anna Regina farming -New Amsterdam -Growing of coconuts -Rose Hall - Livestock farming -Corriverton -Fishing -The Tapakuma Irrigation project -Public Servants -Mainstay Lake -Trading and banking -Ituribisci Lake
Other Physical Features of the Coastland: Built Soil Vegetation Climate -Flat plains -silty courida -2 wet and 2 -loam -mangrove dry seasons -pegasse -shrubs -clay -grass
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OWN YOUR OWN:
Answer all questions.
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
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 -white sand -tall trees -hot days valleys -clay and cool -brown sand nights -red sand -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:
Answer all questions.
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
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
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: Build Soil Vegetation Climate -mountains -mostly -taller trees -rainfall all rocky -forests 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
-Paramakatoi
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OWN YOUR OWN:
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.
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
Answer all questions.
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
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: Build Soil Vegetation Climate -rolling -clayey -sand -six months grassland, rocky soil -paper rainfall and six hills -grass months dry -palm trees weather -cashew nuts
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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:
Answer all questions.
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
Answer all questions. 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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 Provide answers to the following questions. 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: THE WEATHER
WEEK 6: EFFECTS OF WEATHER CONDITION ON THE NATURAL REGIONS
-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 Provide answers to the following questions. 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 Provide answers to the following questions. 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? ______
Use the picture below to answer questions 11-15.
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: THE WEATHER
WEEK 7: EFFECTS OF WEATHER CONDITION ON THE NATURAL REGIONS
-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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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 Provide answers to the following questions. 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 Provide answers to the following questions 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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Use the picture below to answer questions 13-15
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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
Provide answers to the following questions.
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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: ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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 What it is Agencies Communications
Letter writing is a written method used The Guyana to stay in touch with friends and Post Office families in other communities or Corporation
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countries. It is also used to make complaints to people in authority.
The Guyana The telephone is the quickest method Telephone of receiving or sending information and Telegraph around the world. The cellular phone Company can also be used to access the internet.
Radio is another method used to send The Guyana information from one place to Press
another. It is also used in schools for Association
the Interactive Radio Programme (IRI)
Mathematics and Broadcast to
Schools.
The television brings to our homes The Guyana information about what is happening Press in our country and other parts of the Association 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 The Guyana general knowledge on sports, games Press and entertainment. Association.
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Computers are widely used. They are a quick and easy method of communication. They can be used to Laparkan access the internet and social media platforms like facebook and twitter.
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 ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS 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. Guyana Telephone and Telegraph Company
8. 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
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 Mineral Agriculture: Agriculture: Resources Resources Crop Production Livestock production Timber- Some -gold -rice -cattle species are: -diamond -sugar -poultry -greenheart -bauxite -coconuts -pigs -purpleheart -granite -citrus and other -sheep -wallaba fruits -goats -silverbali -vegetables -mora -ground provisions -crabwood
OWN YOUR OWN: Answer all questions.
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
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:
Answer all questions.
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. Bauxite Region 5
4. Rice Region 10
5. Minerals 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. Bauxite crop production
4. Coconut forest
5. Crabwood 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. Region 4 Timber
10. Region 8 Cattle
11. Region 9 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
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 Economic Activities Region 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 Economic Activities Region 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: Answer all questions.
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
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: Answer all questions.
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
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS
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. Balata bleeding Region 7
10. Charcoal production Region 10
11. Bauxite mining 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
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
Provide answers to these questions.
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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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
Provide answers to these questions.
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
Provide answers to these questions. 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?
______
For questions 4-9, write T for the true statements and F for the false 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
Provide answers to these questions.
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
Provide answers to the following questions. 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. ______
Use the picture below to answer questions 4-6
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. ______For questions 7-11, write T for the true statements and F for the false 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
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 LANGUAGE EXPORT Argentina Buenos Peso Wheat, corn, Spanish Aires soy bean Bolivia La Paz Bolivian Natural gas, Spanish Peso, gold, silver Boliviano ,tin Chile Santiago Peso Petroleum, Spanish natural gas, copper Colombia Bogota Peso Coffee, Spanish minerals e.g. emerald Ecuador Quito Sucre Bananas Spanish French Cayenne French Bauxite French Guiana Franc Paraguay Asuncion Paraguayan Cotton fibre, Spanish ,Peso soybeans, processed meat Peru Lima Nuevo Sol Copper Spanish ,lead
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Uruguay Montevideo Uruguayan Textile, wool, Spanish new Peso textile products
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:
Answer all questions.
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. Bolivia Quito
5. Ecuador Lima
6. Peru 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 IMPORTS EXPORTS STATES
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR COMMUNITY
WEEK 15: GUYANA’S IMMEDIATE CARICOM NEIGHBOURS 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: Answer the questions: 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.
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.
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. Trinidad and Tobago Mr. Forbes Burnham
10. Guyana Mr. Errol Barrow
11. Barbados 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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WEEK 16: GUYANA’S IMMEDIATE CARICOM NEIGHBOURS
-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. Belize Caribbean Sea
4. Suriname Central America
5. Haiti 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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WEEK 16: GUYANA’S IMMEDIATE CARICOM NEIGHBOURS
- CAPITAL, LANGUAGE, PRODUCTS AND CURRENCY OF GUYANA’S CARICOM NEIGHBOURS
FACTS/TIPS:
Country Capital Official Main Products Currency Language
Antigua and St. John’s English cotton, rum Eastern Barbuda Carribean dollar
The Bahamas Nassau English crayfish, Bahamian dollar tomatoes, coconut, sponges, lumber
Barbados Bridgetown English sugar, Barbadian Dollar clothing, rum, molasses
Belize Belmopan English sugar, Belize Dollar molasses, shrimp
Dominica Roseau English coconuts, EC Dollars citrus fruits, Dominican Peso bananas
Guyana Georgetown English bauxite, Guyana Dollar alumina,
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sugar, rice, timber, gold
Country Capital Official Main Products Currency Language
Grenada St. George’s English nutmeg, Eastern spices, Carribean dollar cocoa, bananas
Haiti Port-au-Prince French coffee, sugar, Gourde rice, bananas
Jamaica Kingston English alumina, Jamaican Dollar bauxite, sugar, rum, cement
Montserrat Plymouth English pepper, Eastern Carribean tomatoes, dollar cotton, limes
St. Kitts and Basseterre English beer, ale, Eastern Carribean Nevis cotton, lobster dollar
St. Lucia Castries English bananas, Eastern Carribean coconut oil, dollar cardboard boxes, fruits, cocoa
St. Vincent and Kingstown English bananas, Eastern Carribean the Grenadines arrowroot, dollar sweet potatoes
Trinidad and Port-of- Spain English cocoa, crude Trinidad and Tobago petroleum, Tobago Dollars petroleum products, methanol
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Suriname Paramaribo Dutch bauxite, gold, Suriname Dollar petroleum, rice, oil palm
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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 Provide answers to the following questions. 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 Provide answers to the following questions 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
Provide answers to these questions. 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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.
East Indian African Chinese
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.
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR EARLY FAMILY
WEEK 17: PLACES WHERE THE EARLY FAMILIES CAME FROM -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
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.
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.
X
Y
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? ______
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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 Answer the questions: 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
Answer the questions:
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 Farine Nibbi furniture Baboon Mazaruni Tasso Tibisiri mats Carrion crow Piwari
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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 Craft 8. Hammock dance 9. Carrion Crow food
10. The woman in the picture is most likely making ------
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR EARLY FAMILY
WEEK 18: PLACES WHERE THE EARLY FAMILIES CAME FROM 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 Madeira Islands. 5. Africans Cameroon Bancoorah
HOMEWORK: Use the map below and write the names of the continents from which the ethnic groups came
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES TOPIC: OUR EARLY FAMILY
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
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.
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 Asia
3. East Indians Europe
4. Portuguese 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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
Provide answers to the following questions. 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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 Provide answers to the following questions. 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 sugar- cane 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 Provide answers to the following questions. 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
Provide answers to the following questions. 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.______Use the picture below to answer questions 11-15
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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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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.
A hot desert is an area where there is hardly any rain and where very little vegetation grows.
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.
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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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION GRADE 6 STUDY PACKAGE SUBJECT: SOCIAL STUDIES 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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WEEK 20 – REVISION & TEST
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