Unit 3: Across the U.S.A.

Theme 6: The Land Shapes People’s Lives

http://wallpapers.free-review.net/42__German_Land_Scape.htm

farmland- land that is used to grow vegetables, fruits, grains, and other crops

Farmland in South Louisiana can be used to grow sugarcane, rice, and sweet potatoes.

http://www.esri.com/news/arcuser/0402/graphics/preserve1_lg.jpg

fertile- soil that can produce crops

Corn grew quickly because the soil was fertile.

http://blogs1.marthastewart.com/photos/uncategorized/2007/10/26/img_2504.jpg

vast- very large in size or amount

The vast pile of papers was left on the desk.

http://www.homestorageusa.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/j0432728-300x200.jpg

horizon- where land and the sky appear to meet

A ship appeared on the horizon.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/208/445529564_114cf5c8a5.jpg

reflection- the image that bounces back to you from a mirror or body of water

http://cornforthimagesblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/prusik-peak-reflection-sky_alpine-lakes-wilderness-washington.jpg

The reflection of the mountain was amazing.

access- to have the opportunity to use a place or do an activity

A key to a good education is access to information in and around your school and community.

http://www.leasware.ch/images/Access.png

surroundings- all the things around us

The surroundings of the community were affected by the over population of people.

http://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-s/01/0a/c7/0d/a-view-of-the-surrounding.jpg

recreation- things we do for fun or relaxation, such as reading for pleasure, playing sports, and listening to music

Many sports we play are recreationactivities that we choose to participate in.

http://www.pepperdine.edu/campusrecreation/images/collage5a.jpg

port- a place where ships load and unload their cargo

The Port of New Orleans is at the center of the world’s busiest port complex.

http://blog.nj.com/ledgerupdates_impact/2008/05/large_port.JPG

altitude- the height of something above Earth or above sea level

After take-off, a plane climbs to a safe altitude before leveling off.

http://www.freewebs.com/cavern/altitudes.jpg