Caribbean/Virgin Islands History - Vocabulary by https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc Let us learn the words we will use in unit 1- The Geology and Geography of the Caribbean en-us 2019-09-06 12:06:23 UTC 2026-01-25 13:29:09 UTC hello@padlet.com Unit 1 Vocabulary Terms mistamckay https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/380838801
  • Caribbean
  • West Indies
  • Greater Antilles
  • Lesser Antilles
  • Hurricane
  • Volcano
  • Archipelago
  • Geography
  • Geology
  • Windward Islands
  • Leeward Islands
  • Topography
  • Map
  • Legend
  • Scale
    • 16.  Compass
    17.  Trade Winds
    18.  Prime Meridian
    19.  Equator
    20.  Longitude
    21.  Latitude





    ]]>     2019-09-06 12:11:37 UTC https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/380838801     Definitions - Unit 1 Vocabulary Terms mistamckay https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/380841703
  • A. The four largest islands in the Caribbean
  • B. The smallest islands in the Caribbean from the VI to the ABC Islands
  • C. A chain of islands
  • D. An instrument that shows directions
  • E. The shape and features of land area
  • F. Tells what the symbols on the map represents
  • G. The region that comprises the Greater Antilles, the Lesser Antilles, and mainland islands that are washed by the Caribbean sea.
  • H. The relationship (or ratio) between distance on a map and the corresponding distance on the ground
  • I. The study of Earth's landscapes, peoples, places, and environments
  • J. Deals with the composition of Earth materials, Earth structures, and Earth processes. 
  • K. A representation or drawing of an area. 
  • L. A storm with wind speed above 74 miles per hour
  • M. The southernmost islands of the Lesser Antilles from Dominica to Trinidad and Tobago
  • N. the northernmost islands of the Lesser Antilles from the VI to Guadeloupe
  • O. The Islands of the Greater and Lesser Antilles
  • P. An opening in the earth's crust that allows molten materials and gasses to escape 
  • Q. Imaginary line on the earth that run from north to south and measure distance east and west of prime meridian
  • R. Imaginary lines on the earth that run from east to west and measure distance north and south of the equator
  • S. The main line of latitude
  • T.  The main line of longitude
    U.  Winds from the northeast that brings cooler temperatures to the Caribbean


    • ]]>     2019-09-06 12:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/380841703     mistamckay https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/380860162 In Groups Students will:
    1. Find the correct definition for each word
    3. Write the definition for the words you received on the sheet of paper provided]]>     2019-09-06 12:59:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/380860162     Unit 1 The Geography and Geology of the Caribbean mistamckay https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/381542994 Map of The Caribbean
    Instructions: 

    1. Write your name on the the map of the Caribbean provided then:
    A. Use crayons to color code the following groups of islands:
    ABC Islands, USVI, BVI, The Bahamas, Turks and Caicos, Cayman Islands, Greater Antilles, Windward Islands, Leeward Islands (this  group of islands includes the USVI and the BVI so you will also need to draw a line around all the Leeward Islands)
    B. Circle the Lesser Antilles

    2. Label the instrument that tells direction

    On the back of the map:
    3. Create a key for the map
    Then answer the following questions:
    4.   What is the title of the map?
    5.   Why are the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos a part of the Caribbean?
    6.  What are the geological and geographical characteristics of the leeward and windward islands?]]>     2019-09-09 12:07:06 UTC https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/381542994     The Geology and Geography of the Caribbean mistamckay https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/382639412 Unit 1 Guided Reading Activities:
    1. Watch the video below and read your notes regarding the formation of volcanic islands.
     2. Draw a diagram/diagrams to explain the formation of volcanic islands.
    4. List three islands formed by volcanos and three islands formed by corals
    5. What are the main characteristics of both types of islands?
    6. Our rainy season is_____________________.
    7. The temperature of the islands average __________________ year round.
    8. The Caribbean enjoy subtropical weather thanks to the__________________.
    9. We experience three major types of natural disasters ________________, __________________, __________________.


    ]]>     2019-09-11 12:16:34 UTC https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/382639412     The Geology and Geography of the Virgin Islands mistamckay https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/384605085 Activity:
    Click on the link below, watch the video, then answer the questions at the end of the video.
    https://youtu.be/QATFf-At-5A

    You are awesome! (:


    ]]>     2019-09-16 12:24:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/384605085     RESOURCES mistamckay https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/385255334
    VI History Textbook. https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/s/?view=att&th=16d1bc8f46b35066&attid=0.1&disp=attd&safe=1&zw

    https://www.vinow.com/general_usvi/history/

    https://www.visitusvi.com/about-the-islands/culture-history]]>     2019-09-17 13:08:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/385255334     Study Guide Unit 2 Quiz mistamckay https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/391301358 [1. How did the Amerindians get to the Caribbean?
    Mongolia to _______________ walked across the ______________________ on ice to ___________________________ travelled south to ____________________ then further south to ______________________ and finally ________________ to the Caribbean.
    2. In what order did the Amerindians settle in the VI?
    3. Name one place in the VI where each group settled.
    4. Why did the Amerindians settle near water?
    5. Describe the appearance of the Amerindians.
    6. Which group had clearly defined social groups?
    7. What was one religious belief of the Ciboneys?
    8. Why were Carib boys taken from their mother at a young age?
    9. What were three recreational activities enjoyed by the Amerindians?
    10. What was one social practice of the Amerindians?
    What is the English translation of the following terms:
    Oboutou -
    Shamans -
    Cacique -
    Carbet -
    Bohio -
    Adjoupas -
    Zemis-


     ]]>     2019-09-30 12:54:02 UTC https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/391301358     Unit 1 & 2 Test Study Guide mistamckay https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/392970601
  • List the different island groups in the Caribbean
  • What islands make up these island groups?
  • What water bodies wash the shores of the Caribbean?
  • What are the features of coral and volcanic islands?
  • Name two coral islands, their capital, language and main economic activity.
  • Name two volcanic islands, their capital, language and main economic activity.
  • Which island in the Virgin Island was created mainly be corals?
  • Which islands in the Virgin Islands were created mainly by volcanos
  • What is the main economic activity of the Caribbean?
  • What is the average temperature in the Virgin Islands?
  • When is the hurricane season?
  • Who named the Virgin Islands and why?
  • Name two active volcanoes and the islands on which they are located
  • What is the capital of the US and British Virgin Islands?
  • What are the highest peak on St. Thomas, St. Croix, St. John and Tortola
  • What is the size of islands in the USVI and BVI?
  • What are the coordinates of the USVI?
  • What is the national bird and flower of the USVI
  • Why should tourists visit the USVI?
    • ]]>     2019-10-03 12:48:20 UTC https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/392970601     UNIT 3 - European Colonization and Exploration of the Caribbean mistamckay https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/394993442 Visit the website below to learn about some famous explorers and the age of exploration. What is/are the accomplishments of these explorers:
    1. Amerigo Vespucci
    2. Bartolomeu Dias
    3. Francisco Pizarro
    4. Hernan Cortes
    5. Juan Ponce de Leon
    6. Leonardo da Vinci
    7. Marco Polo
    8. Pierre D'Esnambuc
    9. Sir Francis Drake
    10. Sir John Hawkins
    11. Ferdinan Magellan
    12. Vasco Nunez de Balboa
    13. Cabeza de Vaca
    14. Hernando de Soto
    15. John Cabot
    16. Sir Walter Raleigh
    17. Vasco Da Gama
    Other:
    18. Renaissance 

    ]]>     2019-10-08 13:06:14 UTC https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/394993442     Make-Up Assignments - New Students Only mistamckay https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/398609990 1. Map of the Caribbean
    On the map of the Caribbean color code the following groups of islands. Please ensure to use a different color for each group of islands.:
    A. Greater Antilles - The four largest islands in the Caribbean (Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola, Puerto Rico)
    B. Cayman Islands
    C. Bahamas
    D. Turks and Caicos
    E. Netherland Antilles (ABC Islands- the southernmost islands of the Caribbean)
    F. Leeward Islands - Islands from the St. Thomas to Guadeloupe
    G. Windward Islands - Islands from Dominica to Grenada
    Circle:
    G. The USVI
    H. The BVI
    I. The Lesser Antilles - The smaller islands in the Caribbean from the VI to ABC Islands
    * Label the compass rose
    *On the back of your map - create a key.

    2. Unit 1 Vocabulary Terms
    In copy book define the list of 21 vocabulary terms. Use the definitions found in the section Unit 1 Vocabulary Terms Definitions. You will be quizzed on this.

    3. Unit 1 Guided Reading Questions
    Answer the 9 questions under unit 1 guided reading section.

    4. The Geology and Geography of the Virgin Islands
    Watch the video then answer the questions at the end of video

    5. Refer to Units 2 and 3 attachment below for additional assignments:
    Unit 2 project and classwork
    Unit 1 and 2 essay tests
    Unit 3 questions
    Unit 3 project and classwork
    Please see me for further explanations

    ]]>     2019-10-16 17:23:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/398609990     Unit Three Study Guide for test on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 mistamckay https://padlet.com/mistamckay/os0q7vndv2zc/wish/402656996 Questions for fill-in-the-blanks Section:
    Which three groups settled St. Croix?
    What lead to conflict on St. Croix in 1645?
    How did people make a living in the VI in the 17th and 18th centuries?
    Name all the European groups that governed the VI
    What was the main purpose of the FWIC and DWIGC?
    What were the reasons for the colonization of St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John?
    Who was the first governor of St. Croix and St. Thomas?
    Name the oldest building on St. Thomas and state its purpose.

    Essay Section:
    Write an essay describing one European settlement in the Virgin Islands that you have studied.


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