Irrigation — Social Studies definition
Bringing water to dry farmland through canals, ditches, or channels dug by people — one way humans modify their environment to grow more food.
Where it is taught
- How Geography Shapes Human Life — Geography & the Tools of History, Ancient Civilizations, Grade 6
In use
Irrigation directs water to fields; drainage removes excess water.
How Geography Shapes Human Life
Questions using irrigation
Problem 1
Connect environment to a process. Why might irrigation require collective decisions?
Answer and explanation
People must coordinate channels, upkeep, timing and competing water claims.
People must coordinate channels, upkeep, timing and competing water claims.
Response criteria
- Answer the actual question with accurate details.
- Explain how the evidence or language choice supports the conclusion.
- State a relevant limit, alternative or justified revision.
Problem 2
Why might irrigation require collective decisions?
Answer and explanation
People must coordinate channels, upkeep, timing and competing water claims.
People must coordinate channels, upkeep, timing and competing water claims.
Response criteria
- Answer the actual question with accurate details.
- Explain how the evidence or language choice supports the conclusion.
- State a relevant limit, alternative or justified revision.