Cultural Landscapes and Identity · Human Geography

Architecture and Sense of Place

Analyzing how the built environment reflects the values and history of a society.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the use of local materials define a region's architectural identity?
  2. 2Why do modern cities across the world increasingly look the same?
  3. 3How do sacred spaces influence the layout and rhythm of a city?

Common Core State Standards

C3: D2.Geo.4.9-12C3: D2.Geo.5.9-12
Grade: 10th Grade
Subject: Geography
Unit: Cultural Landscapes and Identity
Period: Human Geography

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