Rivers and water resources in the Middle East
I can explain how rivers have shaped the Middle East, and understand the challenge of managing water resources in the region.
- Year 9
Rivers and water resources in the Middle East
I can explain how rivers have shaped the Middle East, and understand the challenge of managing water resources in the region.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The Tigris and Euphrates are key rivers for farming.
- Water scarcity affects many countries in the region.
- Desalination provides water but is expensive.
- Dams impact water flow and cause disputes.
Keywords
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) - the total value of all the goods and services within a location
Water scarcity - when there are not enough freshwater resources to meet the needs in a given area
Desalination - the process of removing salt from seawater
Dam - a barrier constructed to hold back water
Conflict - a strong disagreement between people or countries which may lead to fighting
Common misconception
The Middle East is all desert and has no rivers.
Students will explore the Tigris and Euphrates and understand how they created ancient civilisations and continue to support farming today.
Equipment
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match these terms with their definitions.
Q2.Which continents are part of the Middle East?
Q3.What is a desert?
Q4.Which of these is an example of a mountain in the Middle East?
Q5.Which best describes the climate in many parts of the Middle East?
Q6.What does the word "plateau" mean?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their definitions.
