Question

The article “Saving the Ganges” contains both facts and opinions. Facts are statements that can be proved or verified to be true. Opinions are statements of belief or judgment that cannot be proved and that differ among people.

List five facts the article tells you about the Ganges. For each fact, suggest some possible sources where the information might be found and verified.

Answer 1

Geography and the Early

Settlement of India

INTERACTIVE STUDENT NOTEBOOK

How did geography affect early settlement in India?

You are part of a group of people living in ancient times. Your group needs to move,

and you have been chosen to find a new location for resettlement. You travel until

you find the perfect spot. No one lives there, and it has everything your group

needs. What a location! Now you have to convince the others that this is the right

place for your group’s new home.

In the space below, draw and label a picture of the place you have chosen. Show the

types of features and characteristics that make this an ideal place to settle

Step-by-step explanation: