History and Geography
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At the end of this unit, you should be able to:
• name and locate on a map countries trading in the Indian Ocean.
• discuss reasons why the countries traded in the Indian Ocean.
• name the plants and animals on the islands before the arrival of
humans beings.
• discuss the consequences of the arrival of human beings on the plants
and animals.
• locate and mark on a map nature reserves in the island.
• discuss the importance of nature reserves in the preservation of
plants and animals.
Voyages of discovery
In this unit, you will learn how our islands were before the arrival of human beings. You will
nd out the reasons why people from other countries sailed in the Indian Ocean. You will
discover the effects of the arrival of human beings on the plants and animals of the islands.
Finally, you will learn to appreciate the importance of the nature reserves and national parks
in protecting our wildlife.
Reunion
Rodrigues
Mauritius
Indian Ocean
Africa
India
Madagascar