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In groups of three, you are to research a region that is prone to regular river flooding, and detail the impact of a specific major recent flood.
Suggested rivers for research:
- Ganges (Bangladesh)
- Mississippi (United States)
- Red River (Canada)
- Chao Phraya (Thailand)
- Niger (Nigeria)
- Brisbane (Australia)
- Rhine (Germany)
- Yangtze (China)
- Mekong (Vietnam)
- Brahmaputra (India)
You are to prepare a written report that contains:
- At least two paragraphs describing the river system identifying its source, naming major tributaries, identifying primary soil and rock types, etc.
-Make references to the map
- A hand-drawn map (text p.24) of the region that is annotated with:
– Areas prone to regular flooding
– Human developments that have impacted flooding
– Main physical features
3. At least two paragraphs outlining the human development around the river and how it has impacted flooding in the region
4. At least three paragraphs outlining a recent flood event and the damages caused
-Human impact
-Economic impact
-Environmental impact
5. An annotated, hand-drawn flood hydrograph (text p.14-15 or p.23) from a recent flood event (i.e. specific year)(Must be the same as #5)
6. At least two paragraphs outlining strategies that could be used to prevent major flooding damage in the future
7. A rough cross-section of the river where it flows through a major populated area
-Include major settlement and physical features
8. At least three photos, labeled and annotated, of the river and/or flooding on the river
Additional requirements:
All graphs, maps, tables must be numbered and referred to in the text.
A bibliography in MLA format with all sources used
Assessment Criteria: A, B & C
Due Wednesday, April 25
