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CHAPTER 1	Know-It Notes 1.1
	A Geographer’s World

READING THE SECTION As you read the section, complete the following outline by supplying the main idea and the missing subtopics and supporting details.

Developing a Geographic Eye

Main Idea:

Topic I: The study of geography is important.

Detail A: People familiar with geography see meaning in the arrangement of things on Earth.

Detail B:

Detail C: People familiar with geography can understand the world around them.

Topic II: ________ ________________________________________________________

Detail A: Geographers study Earth’s processes and their impact on people. Detail B:

Topic HI: Geographers study issues at different levels.

Detail A: Studying geography at the local level is a good way to get to know a community.

Detail B:

Detail C:

POST-READING QUICK CHECK After you have finished reading the section, in the space provided, explain in your own words why the study of geography is important to you.

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