Exploring Our World: Continents, Countries and Capitals

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Exploring Our World: Continents, Countries and Capitals

What do you already know about the world's geography?

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will be able to ask and answer questions about continents, countries, and capitals around the world.

What Is Geography?

Geography is the study of places, people, and environments. It tells us where things are and how they are connected.

The Seven Continents

Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, South America

Names

Quick Facts

Asia is the largest. Australia is the smallest. Africa has the most countries.

Questions About Continents

Example questions: - Which continent is the largest? - On which continent is Brazil? - How many continents are there?

Understanding Countries

A country is a nation with its own government and borders. Examples: France, China, Egypt.

Questions About Countries

Example questions: - What country is Paris in? - Which country has the longest river? - Name a country in South America.

What Is a Capital City?

A capital city is the main city where a country’s government is based. Example: London is the capital of the UK.

Questions About Capitals

Example questions: - What is the capital of Spain? - Which capital city is in Japan? - Name the capital of Egypt.

Let’s Practise!

Ask Your Partner

- Ask about a continent, a country, or a capital. - Use examples from the lesson.

- Listen to their question. - Try to answer using full sentences.

Listen and Answer

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

What is the capital of France?

A

Rome

B

Madrid

C

Paris

D

Berlin

Reflection

What new questions about the world can you now ask? Think about continents, countries, and capitals.

What is the capital of Japan?

A

Bangkok

B

Beijing

C

Tokyo

D

Seoul

What is the capital of Australia?

A

Melbourne

B

Sydney

C

Brisbane

D

Canberra

What is the capital of Canada?

A

Montreal

B

Ottawa

C

Vancouver

D

Toronto

What is the capital of Brazil?

A

Salvador

B

São Paulo

C

Rio de Janeiro

D

Brasília