Assessment: Information Report Writing: Brazil and the 2016 Rio Olympics
Paragraph 1: Brazil
In the 1st paragraph write about Brazil. You can explain:
-population
-climate
-what continent Brazil is located on
-languages spoken in Brazil
-religion
-capital city of Brazil
-any other interesting information
-population
-climate
-what continent Brazil is located on
-languages spoken in Brazil
-religion
-capital city of Brazil
-any other interesting information
Here are some websites to help you research paragraph 1:
Brazil Facts
National Geographic: Brazil
Brazil Country Profile
Brazil
Fact Monster: Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
Facts on Rio de Janerio
Paragraph 2: 2016 Rio Olympics
In the 2nd paragraph write about the 2016 Olympics. You can explain:
-where the olympics are being held
-the logo of the Rio Games
-the Olympic Creed
-countries participating in the 2016 Olympics
-fun facts about the 2016 Rio Olympics
-information about the torch lighting
-opening ceremony information
-Rio Olympic Mascots
-where the olympics are being held
-the logo of the Rio Games
-the Olympic Creed
-countries participating in the 2016 Olympics
-fun facts about the 2016 Rio Olympics
-information about the torch lighting
-opening ceremony information
-Rio Olympic Mascots
Here are some websites to help you research paragraph 2:
Fun Facts about Rio 2016
Olympic Games
Rio 2016
Mascots
Rio Olympic Facts
Paragraph 3: Zika Virus
In the 3rd paragraph write about the Zika Virus. Explain:
-what it is
-what causes the virus to spread
-how to treat the virus
-how to avoid contracting the virus
-why people are worried about the Zika Virus affecting the Rio Olympics
-include whether or not you think there is cause for concern
-what it is
-what causes the virus to spread
-how to treat the virus
-how to avoid contracting the virus
-why people are worried about the Zika Virus affecting the Rio Olympics
-include whether or not you think there is cause for concern
Here are some websites to help you research paragraph 3:
Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Zika Virus News Article
Zika Virus BTN Article
Paragraph 4: Famous South American Landmarks
In the 4th paragraph, write about famous landmarks in South America. Try to choose more than one. Explain:
-where the landmark is located
-why it is significant
-why tourists visit South America to see the landmark
-where the landmark is located
-why it is significant
-why tourists visit South America to see the landmark
Here are some websites to help you research paragraph 4:
Natural Landmarks in South America
Landmarks
5 Famous Landmarks in South America
Main attractions in South America
Paragraph 5: Critical Analysis
Write a paragraph (4-6 sentences) explaining whether or not you think it is beneficial for Brazil to host the 2016 Olympic games.
This will follow class discussion about the pros and cons of this decision for the people living in the country of Brazil.
Here are some websites that can provide insight to the class discussion:
Will the Olympics make things better or worse for Rio?
5 Reasons why Rio was chosen to host the 2016 Olympic Games
Why it's safe to go to the Rio Olympics
Are visitors at risk?
This will follow class discussion about the pros and cons of this decision for the people living in the country of Brazil.
Here are some websites that can provide insight to the class discussion:
Will the Olympics make things better or worse for Rio?
5 Reasons why Rio was chosen to host the 2016 Olympic Games
Why it's safe to go to the Rio Olympics
Are visitors at risk?