Middle+East+1000-1800



=__Middle East 1000-1800*__=

__//*This Webquest has been adapted from one designed by Judy Houson of Sierra Vista Jr. High//__
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=Middle East Scrapbook Project= You are going to create a scrapbook of your hypothetical journey to an Islamic country. It will include pictures, recipes, and descriptions of the geography, religious beliefs, and clothing worn by the Islamic people of that country.
 * //Please note that images which are taken from websites must be cited by pasting the URL under the picture.//**

Format:

· **__Page 1__ – Describe the geography of your country in paragraph form. Include pictures, maps, and captions.**

//--Use the [|online catalog] to find the call # for a book on your// //country. “Cultures of the World” books are especially helpful.//

//--**Reference Section in Library**__:__// //--__People’s of Africa__ - Ref 960 __Peoples of Western Asia__ – Ref 950 __Peoples of Eastern Asia__ – Ref 950//

//--[|World Book Online] (from our TVLR page) Click on World Book Student and search both WB and WB Kids// -- (at home your user id is twinvalley and the password is green)

(Images which are taken from websites must be cited by pasting the URL under the picture)
 * · __Page 2__ – Describe the kinds of transportation used in that country in paragraph form. Include pictures and captions.**

//-- [|World Travel Guide] ->Country Guide ->Getting Around -- [|Lonely Planet]// ->//Getting There and Around ->Getting Around//

· **__Page 3__ – Describe, in paragraph form the traditional and/or the religious clothing the people of that country wear. Include pictures and captions.** //-- [|TV Library Resources]->POWER Library -> SIRS Discoverer -> Cultures ->Culture Facts (this is a subscription database)// //--[|Google Images] – search by the name of the item of clothing. Be sure to save the full sized image, not the thumbnail!//

//--__Foods and Recipes from around the World__ - Ref 641.5// -- [|//World Travel Guide//] //->Country Guide ->Going Out//
 * · __Page 4__ – Describe the foods eaten in that country in paragraph form. Include pictures with captions and recipes.**

--[|Explore the World’s Sacred Sites] Three that you must visit: The Dome of the Rock, The Cave of Hira (do Google Search), and Mt. Ararat Include a picture of each and a description of their importance.
 * · __Page 5__ -(May be more than one page)– You will need to visit 5 places of interest on your travels. Three are listed below that you will see on your travels. You must visit two other places in your country as well.**


 * · __Page 6__ - (May be more than one page) – The 5 Pillars of Faith**

-- For more information go to //[|Understanding Islam and Muslims]//
 * Belief** – To show your understanding of this aspect of Islamic culture, you must create a cultural page using arabesque design.
 * Prayer, Fasting, Charity** – You will compare and contrast what you have learned about these three aspects of the Islamic faith to your own cultural and/or religious beliefs. (3 paragraphs)

To help you with compare and contrast you may use this website: http://www.rscc.cc.tn.us/owl&writingcenter/OWL/Com_Con.html

//-- [|TV Library Resources]->POWER Library->SIRS Discoverer->Maps of the World// --- [|//World Travel Guide//] //->Country Guide -> Map//
 * Pilgrimage** – On a printed map, show the route your host family will take on their pilgrimage to Mecca. In writing, describe what they will see on the journey and how they will get there. Be specific about geographic regions they will pass through. Will the host family need to take any special clothing?


 * · __Page 7__ – Reflection**


 * In essay form, answer the following two questions; 1. Describe the research techniques you used. 2. Would you be willing to be an actual exchange student with a Muslim family living in the country you researched? You __will not have to__ participate in any religious activities unless YOU want too. Explain your reasoning. (Half-page minimum)


 * The second half of this page should include a formal bibliography, listing at least three sources. One source must be a book, one must be an article from a subscription database (such as SIRS Discoverer or GaleNet), and one must be an Internet site. The MLA format for this bibliography may be found at the [|Bibliography Tips] page on the TVLR site.


 * Presentation:**

All students will have a 4-6 minute presentation in your groups. This presentation must include a scrapbook and one other visual. Those that miss the presentation will make it up to me when you return.

Visuals can be; food, sounds, games, sports, clothing, etc.


 * Extra Credit: (Detailed paragraph)**

How do you think you will have to change to adapt to life in your country? (Half-page minimum)


 * Advice:**

Start now! If you work on this for 10-20 minutes a night you should complete this project without any problems. You actually may finish early. If you wait to the last minute you may struggle. Good luck and enjoy your mental vacation.