Virginia's Waterways
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Objective
I can name Virginia's major bodies of water and explain how they have affected the way people live, work, and trade in Virginia.
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Warm-up video
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Practice
7 questions
Name four major rivers in Virginia.
How did the James River help the early settlers in Jamestown?
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Exit ticket
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“Name three major rivers in Virginia and describe one way each river has affected how people live or work. Besides rivers, name two other major bodies of water in Virginia and explain their importance to the state's economy. ”
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