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A Vast Network of Trade Routes

During the first millennium B.C.E. through the middle of the second millennium C.E., a vast network of trade routes known as the "Silk Road" linked the people and traditions of Asia with those of Europe. These historic routes served as a major conduit for the transport of knowledge, information and material goods between East and West and resulted in the first global exchange of scientific and cultural traditions.
 

The "New Silk Road"

Task

Use the internet or provided links to research the answers to the following questions about your country. 

1.  Where is the country?  Describe its relative location in relation to other nations.

2.  What major landforms and bodies of water are in the country?

3.  What is the capital city?

4.  List some other major cities in the country.

5.  How many people live in your country?

6.  What natural resources are found in the country?

7.  What are the major industries?  Products?

8.  What is their currency?  How much is $1.00 U.S. worth?

9.  What language do they speak?

10.  What are the major religions?

Resources

Process

Using the information you have gained about your assigned country, write a postcard describing the geography, culture and economy of the country.  Make sure to include some the products made in this country, along the "Modern Silk Road".   Detailed instructions are included in your rubric.  Print out your "Task Questions" (under handouts) for a detailed list of information you need to research.  Once you have completed the questions, click on the "Postcard Template" to get started.  Remember to change the picture and country name on the template!! 

Handouts

Task Questions

Silk Road Rubric

Postcard Template

Credits