Conduct an interview about changes in people's lives brought about by new technologies. You will interview a classmate, who will take the role of a person living in the 1800s.
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How has technology changed your life? Create a timeline about how people send and receive messages. Be sure to include the latest trends: Email and Instant Messages! |
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New Ideas Bring ChangeThe Industrial RevolutionPeople who lived during the Industrial Revolution saw great changes in almost all aspects of their lives. Read this article to learn more about both good and bad effects of the Industrial Revolution. The Iron HorseSee photographs and read about the history of the Central Pacific Railroad, at this photographic history museum. Chinese MinersAlthough they were often mistreated, the Chinese miners were very good workers. Read more about their hard work. Settling the WestTrails to Oregon and UtahLearn more about trails through Utah, then click on the icons to view the different trails that took settlers out west. Texas and the War with MexicoFollow this timeline through the events that led to the War with Mexico, and then through the years of the war. The California Gold RushWhen Gold Fever struck, many Americans left everything behind to find riches in California. Learn more about Gold Fever and the California Gold Rush. |
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Print the Research Roadmap. Use it to take notes and hand it in to your teacher when you make your presentation.
Legend has it that Bronco Charlie Miller was 11 years old when he rode for the Pony Express!