Hi, my name is Darlene Nelson and I am a member of REACH (Responsible
Education Achieved in the Christian Home) and we are sponsoring the
local National Geographic Society Geography Bee for Homeschoolers in the
greater Seattle area. I am attaching a Word document/flyer with all the
information. (See below for what was in the attachment.)
We hope you will share this with your membership and to
see you on December 1st! Please feel free to share with other
homeschoolers in the area too! If you have any questions, please
contact Debby Knox, the coordinator, at 425-818-8030
When: Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Where: Cross the Christ Lutheran Church
3730 148th Ave SE Bellevue (Eastgate area)
Time: 6:30 p.m. Registration, 7:00 p.m. Bee begins
Cost: $5.00 for REACH members, $8.00 for non-REACH members
Ages: Grades 4-8 (strictly adhered to!)
Which country has the world's largest Muslim population—Indonesia or Mexico?
If you have studied maps showing world religions, you will know the answer immediately. If you haven't, you might reason that Mexico was settled by the Spanish, followers of Christianity not Islam. Either way, you correctly answer Indonesia.
What is the term for a part of an ocean or sea that cuts far into the bordering landmass and may contain one or more bays?
From studying physical features on maps and using your geographical reference book to learn about physical features, you narrow your choices to two terms: bay and gulf. Since the word "bay" is used in the question, you eliminate it as a possibility and correctly answer gulf.
Which state has a climate suitable for growing citrus fruits—California or Maine?
You know that oranges and grapefruit are citrus fruits and that they grow in warm places. Since California's climate is definitely warmer and sunnier than Maine's, you correctly answer California.
To visit the ruins of Persepolis, an ancient ceremonial capital of Persia, you would have to travel to what present-day country?
From history books or from studying country profiles, you know that Persia is the former name of Iran, so you correctly answer Iran.
Looking for some fun ways to study? Check out this link from
National Geographic for all kinds of quizzes, games and great
geography facts!
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/geographybee/resources.html
Contact Debby Knox at 425-818-8030 to sign up today!
Note: This is part of the National Geography Bee and the only local area Bee for homeschoolers. Winners will advance to the next level!
Sponsored by REACH East (Responsible Education Achieved in the Christian Home) Homeschool Support Group. www.reacheast.org
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