Social Studies 7
Mrs. Gould
Project:
Happy 300th Birthday, Benjamin Franklin!
Due:
Penalty for lateness
See also
Ben Franklin Project: Writing the Essay
A present for Ben Franklins 300th birthday celebration
Some useful
websites
and books
Choose one of the following:
1.
Thesis: People can accomplish more
when they work together than when they work separately.
Design an award for Benjamin Franklin to honor him for his work in
the area of civic improvement. Write
a 2 page paper in support of the thesis. Explain
why he deserves this award. Include research about Benjamin Franklins
accomplishments in the area of civic improvement.
Also discuss the ways in which his accomplishments have affected our
lives today.
2.
Thesis: People can
accomplish more when they work together than when they work separately.
Make a display with pictures and original captions to illustrate Benjamin
Franklins accomplishments as a political leader.
Write a 2 page paper in support of this thesis.
Include research about Benjamin Franklins accomplishments as a
political leader. Also discuss the ways in which his accomplishments have
affected our lives today.
3.
Thesis:
Survival in colonial times demanded a strong work ethic.
Research the quotations of Benjamin Franklin.
Illustrate one with an original drawing or
with an embroidered design on fabric.
Write a 2 page paper in support of the thesis.
Explain the quotation and its relevance to Franklins time and to
contemporary times.
4. Thesis: Progress allows humanity to move forward and to improve.
Select one of Benjamin Franklins inventions.
Sketch it, make a model of it, or
make a small poster display with pictures and original captions about his many
inventions. Write a 2 page paper in
support of the thesis. Compare
Franklins invention to the device which completes the same task today.
5.
Thesis: Technology has
changed the way in which food is prepared.
Prepare a food which was served in the colonies during Benjamin
Franklins lifetime. The
recipe must be approved in advance by
me. Write a 2 page paper in
support of the thesis statement. Be
sure to include research about food preparation in colonial America. Compare food preparation in colonial times to food
preparation today.
6.
Make up your own thesis statement about
Benjamin Franklins reaction to one aspect of life today (ex. computers, internet, cable television).
Make a poster display with pictures and original captions.
Write a 2 page paper in which you explain Benjamin Franklins reaction
to one aspect of life today (ex. computers, internet, cable television).
Be sure to include research about Benjamin Franklin to support your
statements.
Bibliography is required for all project choices.
You will be required to make a brief oral presentation.
Project choice due:
..
(You may not change your topic after this date.)
Research notes
due:
.
Introductory
paragraph and outline of body paragraphs due:
...
Parent/guardian
signature
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Project
assessment
1.
Deadlines (signature, submission of topic, notes and introduction and
outline of body paragraphs) have been met.
4 . 3 . 2 . 1 .
2.
The project is carefully crafted/ food is carefully prepared.
4
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3
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2
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1
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3.
The written paper includes relevant supporting information from research.
4
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3
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2
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1
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4.
The project includes all parts:
Student-produced creation ( food, poster, etc.), essay, bibliography.
4
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3
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2
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1
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5. Correct grammar,
spelling and punctuation are evident.
4
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3
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2
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1
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4=Excellent
3=Good
2=Fair
1=Poor