Cold War Map Activity Guidelines

The video tutorial provides instructions for a Cold War map activity. Students are guided to read event cards, summarize events in 10 words or less, and add them to a timeline. They are advised to use symbols and color codes for clarity. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of clear labeling and offers tips for creating effective visual representations on the map.

What is the first step in the Cold War map activity?

• Use color codes for events.

• Create a symbol on the map.

• Read about each event carefully.

• Summarize the events in 10 words or less.

How should you organize your timeline if many events occur simultaneously?

• Use only the top of the timeline.

• Ignore the timeline.

• Write in large print.

• Use both the top and bottom of the timeline.

What should you do if your timeline is too crowded?

• Use the entire margin of your timeline.

• Ignore the crowded sections.

• Use larger print.

• Remove some events.

What additional method is suggested for representing NATO on the timeline?

• Ignoring additional members.

• Adding symbols for additional members.

• Using a single color.

• Using only text.

What is the purpose of using color codes in the activity?

• To highlight important events only.

• To differentiate between events.

• To represent different countries.

• To make the map look colorful.

What should you consider when creating symbols on the map?

• Using dark shading for clarity.

• Avoiding any outlines.

• Thinking in layers and using clear outlines.

• Using only one color.

What is the final step in the Cold War map activity?

• Creating a visual or symbol on the map.

• Reading the event card.

• Writing a report.

• Summarizing the event.

What is a key tip for keeping symbols clear on the map?

• Keep symbols small and singular.

• Avoid using any shading.

• Use multiple colors for each symbol.

• Use large symbols.

Why did the teacher choose to use three dollar signs?

• To represent the United States funding.

• To indicate a large amount of money.

• To show a mistake in the timeline.

• To represent a different country.

What should you do if you have questions about the activity?

• Wait until the next class.

• Call or email the teacher anytime.

• Ignore the questions.

• Ask a classmate.