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1. Trace the map of Grand Port district showing the Bay of Grand Port. Show and label the
following places and features on the map.
A.The South EastTrade Winds B.The reefs C.Lion Mountain
D. The present village of Vieux Grand Port E.The rivers F. Ferney
G. Ile de la Passe
2. Fill in the blanks.
 a.TherstFrenchgovernorwas
b.The French settlers used and to make their houses.
3(a). Where did the settlers cultivate the land?
(b) Can you say why?
4. Complete the mind map given below. An example is provided.
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the early
french
settlement
Who visited Mauritius after the
departure of the Dutch?
What name did the French give
to the island?
Why did the French
take possession of
Mauritius?
What were the activities of the early French settlers?
How was Mauritius
useful to the pirates?
Sailors from England and other
countries stopped in Mauritius for
food and fresh water
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ACTIVITY 2.2