Political Geography and Conflict · Weeks 19-27

Centripetal and Centrifugal Forces

Exploring forces that unite or divide states and societies.

Key Questions

  1. Differentiate between centripetal and centrifugal forces with examples from different countries.
  2. Analyze how shared language or religion can act as a centripetal force.
  3. Predict how economic inequality can function as a centrifugal force within a state.

Common Core State Standards

C3: D2.Geo.5.9-12C3: D2.Civ.14.9-12
Grade: 9th Grade
Subject: Geography
Unit: Political Geography and Conflict
Period: Weeks 19-27

Suggested Methodologies

Concept Mapping

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20–40 min

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Hexagonal Thinking

Map connections between concepts visually

25–40 min

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Think-Pair-Share

Individual reflection, then partner discussion, then class share-out

10–20 min

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