Plotting the Voyages of Zheng He
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Plotting the Voyages of Zheng He" is written for 7th Grade (Ages 12-13), and it covers C3 Framework D2.Geo.3.6-8. A 6th grader who is already steady on Map Skills and Coordinates can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.
7th grade social studies worksheet: plot the nine ports of Zheng He's route from Nanjing to Malindi and connect them in order. Answer key included. Part of our latitude, longitude and time zones map skills and coordinates collection. Aligned to C3 Framework standards.
How do I use this worksheet?
Start with Medieval Trade Cities by Latitude and Longitude, then use the minutes sheet before the route sheets. Save the distance sheet for last because it needs the others.
What students will practice
- Students will plot and number nine ports from their coordinates.
- Students will connect the stops to show a fleet route across the Indian Ocean.
- Students will describe the direction of travel between stops.
Curriculum Links
C3 Framework for Social Studies State Standards
Social Studies · 7th Grade
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FAQ
How do I use this latitude, longitude and time zones worksheet?
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Start with Medieval Trade Cities by Latitude and Longitude, then use the minutes sheet before the route sheets. Save the distance sheet for last because it needs the others.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Plot the nine ports of Zheng He's route from Nanjing to Malindi and connect them in order. The directions on the page read: Read the text. Plot stops 1 to 9 on the grid, number them and connect them in order with straight lines. Then answer the questions. An answer key is included.
Can I use this latitude, longitude and time zones worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 7th grade Map Skills and Coordinates, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.
What is the Prime Meridian?
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It is the line of 0° longitude. Places east of it have an E in their coordinates and places west of it have a W.
How do you tell which hemispheres a place is in?
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Look at the letters in its coordinates. N or S gives the Northern or Southern Hemisphere, and E or W gives the Eastern or Western. Kilwa at 9°S, 40°E is in the Southern and Eastern Hemispheres.
How long is a degree of longitude?
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It is about 69 miles at the Equator and shrinks toward the poles, to about 35 miles at 60°N. Distance From Degrees of Latitude and Longitude shows the table.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | 7th Grade |
| Subject | Social Studies |
| Topic | Map Skills and Coordinates |
| Standard | D2.Geo.3.6-8 |
| Pages | 1 page |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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