Portfolio Slides- Asia (pgs. 661-699)
- Major Countries: Identify the 4 major countries in Asia and provide a photo of each countries flag.
- Russia Geography & Climate: Identify the major geographical areas within the country (mountain ranges, bodies of water, etc.). Describe the climate. Provide at least 1 graphic.
- Russian Culture: Describe the U.S.S.R. and how Russia was involved in this union. Describe the Festival of Winter. Provide at least 1 graphic.
- Russian Cuisine: Identify the major crops grown in this area. Identify the staple foods of a Russian diet. Select 2 Russian foods from pgs. 665-666 and describe them, provide a photo for both foods.
- India Geography & Climate: Identify the major geographical areas within the country (mountain ranges, bodies of water, etc.). Describe the climate. Provide at least 1 graphic.
- Indian Culture: Identify and describe the two main religions of India- Hindu & Muslim. Describe the Pongal Harvest Festival, Janmashtami, and Ganesha Festival. Provide at least 1 graphic.
- Indian Cuisine: Explain why Indian cuisine is considered to be one of the healthiest diets around the world. Choose 2 of the Indian Dishes from pgs. 672-674 and describe them, provide a photo for both foods.
- China Geography & Climate: Identify the major geographical areas within the country (mountain ranges, bodies of water, etc.). Describe the climate. Provide at least 1 graphic.
- Chinese Culture: Explain the significance of the Great Wall. Describe Spring Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, and Moon Festival. Provide at least 1 graphic.
- Chinese Cooking: Identify and describe the 4 main Chinese cooking methods.
- Chinese Cuisine: Choose 2 Chinese dishes from pgs. 681-684 and describe them, provide a photo for both foods.
- Japan Geography & Climate: Identify the major geographical areas within the country (mountain ranges, bodies of water, etc.). Describe the climate. Provide at least 1 graphic.
- Japanese Culture: Describe the Japanese New Year Festival. Provide at least 1 graphic.
- Japanese Cuisine: Identify the main crops in Japan. Identify the basic Japanese ingredients commonly used in cooking. Choose 2 Japanese dishes from pgs. 691-695 and describe them, provide a photo for both foods.