World Climates
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Objective
I can create a Google Slide Show that includes climate and weather information for a specific location around the world.
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Practice
12 questions
What is the difference between weather and climate? Provide a brief explanation.
Name the three main climate zones on Earth and give one characteristic of each.
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Choose a specific location in the tropical climate zone and describe three key pieces of climate and weather information you would include in your Google Slide Show. Explain why each piece of information is important. Select a location in the polar climate zone and identify three unique characteristics of its climate and weather. Describe how you would present this information in your Google Slide Show.”
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