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Grade 8 Social Studies TextBook

The contents of book are as given below

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UNIT 1:

After studying this lesson, you will be able to: Copy the map of the seven continents and Describe the relative location of the continents

  • 1.1. The Continents
  • 1.2. The People of the World
  • 1.3. Population Distribution and Livelihood
  • 1.4. The Industrial Revolution and its Effects

UNIT 2:

After studying this unit you will be able to: Explain the forces that change the surface of the earth and their effects; Measure distance and area on a map.

  • 2.1. External Forces and its Effect on Human Life
  • 2.2. Internal Forces and its Effect on Human Life
  • 2.3. Measuring Distance and Area On Map

UNIT 3:

After studying this unit, you will be able to: Describe the causes and consequences of damage to resources. and Identify major pollutants and preventive action.

  • 3.1. Human Interaction with the Natural Resources
  • 3.2. Causes and Effects of Global Warming

UNIT 4:

After studying this unit, you will be able to: Appreciate the role of youth in combating HIV/AIDS, promoting the population policy and gender equity.

  • 4.1. Population Related Issues
  • 4.2. Human Rights and Safety
  • 4.3. Programmes for Partnership
  • 4.4. Globalization

Unit Summary
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Review Questions
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