Geographical Skills

Using all the maps provided, describe the location of Port Vila. Think about the region of the world, hemisphere, island, latitude &amp; longitude, location in island ( zoom out and then zoom in)

Study the satellite photo above: 1. List the natural features you can see in this image.

Precis map

Print a paper copy of this Precis Map of Efate.

If you can't print, draw the outline of the island

Distance Approx 780 KM. (750 - 800 KM) Data Analysis 1. Vanuatu is the 3rd most financially affected country. Approx. 70 million in financial loss. Wind causes the most loss. The country is affected financially by 4 different types of hazard ... wind, volcanoes, earthquakes &amp; storm surge 2. Wind - US$30 million 3. 42.3% of all hazard occurrences in Vanuatu are storms 4. Earthquakes account for the greatest loss of life (42%) followed by Tsunami (40.1%). Cyclones only account for 5.3 %. 5. Cyclones are predictable and so people can prepare for the worst. Earthquakes strike with no warning and so it is harder for people to protect themselves and move to safer areas.

What is the correct Latitude and Longitude of Port Vila - degrees and minutes

A) 17 S. 30'. 168 E. 30' B) 17 S 15'. 168 E. 5' C) 17 S 45'. 168 E. 18'

Skills Book Page 19 &amp; 20

GR = Grid Reference / 6 figure AR = Area Reference / 4 Figure What is the feature at these GR - calculate from the TIP of the dropper / marker A). 137 314. B) 125 277. C). 148 312. What is the GR of: D). Cathedral of Sacred Heart. __ __ __ __ __ __ E). Buggy Fun __ __ __ __ __ __ What is the AR of: F) David Blue Kava Bar __ __ __ __

3. Using information from the graph describe what type of extreme natural event is the most common / frequent - use specific information in your answer

As geographers you are developing an understanding of key geographical concepts such as location, accessibility, distance, interaction, processes &amp; environments. Vanuatu experiences a variety of natural hazards. Use your geographical understanding of these concepts to help protect a community from a tropical cyclone / hurricane. Open this <a href="https://www.stopdisastersgame.org/#1540393288105-457a25c1-59a6">site </a>to play the simulation game

How does atmospheric pressure affect weather?

Vanuatu's Northern Islands

Weather Basics - High and Low Pressure

A). What weather conditions did the Northern Islands of Vanuatu experience on the day of this weather map? What is the name of this pressure system?

Study the satellite photo above (Port Vila): 1. List the cultural / human features you can see in this image.

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How to calculate area? 1. What proportion of each part of the island covers the square it is in? E.g. O.2 2. Add all proportions together to get a total number of squares covered. E.g 1.7 3. What is the area of each square? 2.5km x 2.5km = ______ km2 4. Multiply the area of the squares x the calculated total number of squares ... this is the area of the island

What is the area of Moso island &amp; Lelepa island ? Note, each square is 2.5km x 2.5km

Hemispheres Vanuatu is located in the Southern and the Eastern Hemispheres Scale Smallest scale 3 2 1 4 largest scale Latitude &amp; Longitiude Luganville 15 S. 167 E Port Vila. 17 S 168 E Lenakei 19 S. 169 E Port Vila C) 17 S 45'. 168 E. 18'

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Describing the location of Vanuatu at a global scale

Is Vanuatu located in the northern or southern Hemisphere? Is Vanuatu located in the eastern or western Hemisphere?

2. Port Villa is is 50 -100 m above sea level 3. The interior of Efate is mountainous, especially to the north. The highest elevation is Mt McDonald at 647 m above sea level

1. Explain why Vanuatu is one of the most hazardous countries in the Pacific - Use specific detail in your answer 2. What type of hazard in Vanuatu results in the most financial costs? What is the approximate financial cost of this hazard?

Put these maps in order from the smallest scale to the largest scale Smaller scales have less detail Larger scales have more detail

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All graphs are expected to have: A Title ... What, where, when X axis title Y axis title Even scale Accurately drawn Draw in pencil ... when complete shade in colour A spare is on the back of assessment if you make a bad error

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Using the map &amp; scale on the next page, calculate: The distance from the most northerly island to the most southerly island

Does your map have a title, key compass, and scale?

For a more detailed map go to this<a href="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/9a/Map_of_Efate_Island_EN.svg/3900px-Map_of_Efate_Island_EN.svg.png"> site.</a> 1. Accurately label/shade onto the blank Precis map: a. The 'round island" highway b. Mt McDonald c. Butterfield Airport d. Le lepa Island e. Somo river &amp; tributaries (smaller channels) - from highland to the sea Add a Title , frame, scale, key, and compass 2. What is the elevation of the capital city Port Vila? a) 50 - 100m. b). 200 - 250m c). 350 - 400m 3. Describe the elevation of the interior of Efate island

Geographical Concepts &amp; Skills Vanuatu "the most hazardous country on earth"

25 KM 500 m 25C 18%

Always read the description box. Highlight keywords. Make the concept the central theme to your answer. Use the concept regularly in your answer.

Grid References 137 314. Computer world 125 277. National Museum 148 312. Sheefa Bakery Cathedral of Sacred Heart. 118 314 Buggy Fun 119265 David Blue Kava Bar 19 25 Location Port Vila is located in the Southern &amp; Eastern Hemispheres, in the country of Vanuatu. Port Vila is located in the S.W of the Island of Efate. Its latitude and longitude is 17S 168E Accessibility Efate is the most accessible island. Count up the number of flight and ferry routes that connect with the island. Aneityum is the least accessible island. Only connected directly to one other island (Tanna) by ferry.

This is called a Topographical Map. What info does it illustrate?

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Climate Data July to October are the best months to visit. It is the dry season with the monthly rainfall ranging between105 mm and 110 mm. The temperatures are still warm between 25C and 27C. Weather Map A) Northern Islands Weather conditions = Extremely strong winds &amp; rain. Heavy cloud cover. A low pressure system. B) Southern Islands weather conditions = Calm/gentle winds. Sunny weather. No rain. Little clouds. High Pressure system

Area The approximate size of each piece of land as a proportion of the square is: 0.1 0.8 0.3 0.2 0.4 0.2 0.5 0.3 0.5 Total = 3.1 squares Area of each square is = 2.5 km x 2.5km = 6.25 km2 Answer Moso Island is 6.25 x 3.2 = 19 km2 (17 - 21km2 acceptable) Lelepa Island = 8km2 (7 - 9 km2 acceptable)

Skills Book Page 38 &amp; 39 Ex 14

What is the Latitude and Longitude of these locations (just degrees , no minutes) :

Luganville ______ * (S or N). _______ *(E or W) Port Vila. _____ * (S or N) _______ *(E or W) Lenakei. _____ * (S or N) ______ *(E or W)

Always divide you Topo map / photo and Precis map into 4.

Using these two tables draw a climate graph for Port Vila, Vanuatu. Plot ave max. temperature and ave rainfall. Make sure that you follow graphing conventions.

How to draw a climatic graph

Climate graph

When would be the best time for a tourist to visit Vanuatu? Explain your answer.

Study this map showing domestic flights in Vanuatu. 1. What is the most accessible island in Vanuatu? Explain your answer using specific information from the map. 2. What island(s) is the least accessible in Vanuatu. Explain your answer using specific information from the map.

B). What weather conditions did the Southern Islands of Vanuatu experience on the day of this weather map? What is the name of this pressure system?

Vanuatu is made up of 83 volcanic islands. Geographers can learn a lot about the environment from satellite photos. Study the satellite photo of an island in Vanuatu. 1. List the natural features you can see in this image. 2. In which direction is the wind blowing? 3. Is this island more of a natural environment or more of a cultural environment?

Scale The topographical map and the precis map have a similar scale The road has been built on areas of mostly low lying and flat relief.

1. Natural features include: Volcanic island, lake, coral reef, lagoon, trees, valleys, hills, crater, ocean, ash cloud, cloud, beach

2. Wind is blowing in a East North East or NE direction (closer to ENE) 3. The island is more of a natural environment. No evidence of any human features

Look at the two maps of Efate. Which of the following statements is true: The Topographical map's scale is larger (more detailed) than the Precis Map The Topographical map's scale is smaller (less detailed) than the Precis Map Both maps have a similar scale

4. Describe how different natural hazards are responsible for differing losses of life (mortality) in Vanuatu 5. Explain Why are the deaths from earthquakes significantly higher than cyclones?

Please check the answers once you have completed a few questions.

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Beach / sand, headland, bay, cliffs, rock outcrops, rock platform, reef, native vegetation

Roads, roundabout, house, retail / commercial, recreational field, jetty/wharf, car parks

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