Sample activity of integration – Showing the local area on a map

Assume you are the local council chairperson of your village. A water company is coming to your area to set up a water supply system. The company needs a map to help them find out of the following;

-the appropriate location to set up the water tank to supply water to the whole village,

-the areas where there is extreme need for water,

-the required number of pipes,

-and the likely sources of surface water.

Draw a sketch map to help them set up the water supply system.

Revision exercise

1. What is a map?
2. Explain four differences between a map and a photograph.
3. What is a sketch map?
4. Explain the qualities of a good sketch map.
5. Draw a sketch map of your school.
6. Write an essay on: Maps are of importance since they enable one to discover new features in the area they represent.