1. Carefully and completely read, investigate, and explore the articles and links on water resources in North Africa and Southwest Asia below. After finishing your investigation of the articles and links, complete the "5-4-3-2-1" and "Interactive Map Activity" below to show your developed understanding of the impact and influence water has on the people, populations, lands, and regions of North Africa and Southwest Asia.

Water in Crisis: Middle East

Global Connections: The Middle East

A Struggle for Water Resources in the Middle East Video

The Rift Over Water in the Middle East Video

2. Follow-Up Assignment #1: 5-4-3-2-1 Activity. Complete this assignment by writing a detailed specific answer, statement, or paragraph that correctly coordinates with the topic or subject next to each number.

5 - Describe 5 ways North Africa and Southwest Asia are impacted and affected by the need, use, and availability of water and water resources in the region.

4 - List 4 countries in this region that are struggling or are facing additional living challenges because of water resources.

3 - Write down 3 important water resources located in North Africa and Southwest Asia that were discussed and described in the articles and links.

2 - Summarize 2 conflicts that have developed because of the need, availability, and use of water and water resources in the region.

1 - Explain 1 possible solution to the challenge and problem of water equity, distribution, and usage in North Africa and Southwest Asia.

3. Follow-Up Assignment #2: Interactive Map Activity. Click on the link below and follow the directions to create a map that shows your understanding of countries, locations, and populations that are affected by the need, availability, and use of water and water resources in the region.

1) Click on this link: National Geographic MapMaker

2) On this interactive map site: navigate your way to the North Africa and Southwest Asia region of the world. Zoom in and out so you can get a full, detailed view of each of the countries, features, and bodies of water in this region.

3) Investigate and explore the themes and elements of physical and human geography by using the various tabs and choices on the left hand side of the map, and the tool bar in the upper right-hand corner of the map. Use these themes and map options to help you better understand the location of people, populations, land features, and natural resources in the region.

4) Next, find the tab labeled "MARKERS" on the left-hand side of the map. You will use these markers on the map to show your understanding of water and water resources in this region.

5) Find the "X" marker. Place 5-7 different "X" markers on your map to indicate and display 5-7 different important water resources in North Africa and Southwest Asia. Zoom in and out of the map to help you place the "X's" in exact, specific locations.

6) Find the FLAG marker. Place 5-7 different FLAG markers on your map to indicate and display 5-7 different countries and regions that are facing additional challenges, problems, or struggles because of the need, availability, and usage of water and water resources in this area.

7) Oil Prediction Activity: Now find the STAR marker. Place 5 different STAR markers on your map to indicate and display where you feel are the 5 largest, most important oil resource regions in North Africa and Southwest Asia. This part of the assignment is meant to get you thinking about where oil might be located in this region of the world, and how it might affect the people and lands here.

8) Finally, download and/or save your map to show you have completed it. This page also gives you the option to print your map, so you have a hard copy to show you have completed this follow-up assignment/activity.