Philadelphia Webquest
Step Back in Time -
Visit Valley Forge, Philadelphia and Fort Mifflin
What distinctive Features make it important to wear shoes?
Franklin Court
What was Franklin's trade?
What was Franklin's philosophy for success?
The invention gave Benjamin Franklin the most personal satisfaction... the_______________.
Fort Mifflin
___________won the siege of Fort Mifflin.
Who controlled Philadelphia?
The area surrounding the city was controlled by______________________________.
Explain why General Howe needed to go through Fort Mifflin.
Christ's Church
Who used to worship at Christ Church?
This is considered to be the most important feature of Christ Church.
Graff House
What was Jefferson doing while staying at the Graff House?
Who were the Graff's
The Graff house is where the Declaration of Independence was penned.
Who were the Graff's?
Name the original item still in the Graff House today.
What style of architecture is the Graff House?
How many stories is the Graff House? (look at the photograph)
Betsy Ross and the Flag
Where is the Betsy Ross House located?
What historical monument is it near?
At what age did Betsy Ross die?
Use math to justify your response._____________________________________
Betsy Foss' full name
During the Revolutionary War, gunpowder and strips of fabric were used. Explain the significance of these items.
Identify Betsy Ross' trade
Give the title of the painting by Charles Weiberger.
Another name for the parlor is the________________________.
Continental Navy Flag
Identify the symbol on the Continental Navy flag.
Write the quote seen on the Continental Navy flag.
What do you think the symbol and quote signify or mean?
Original Flag on the flag timeline
The new flag was created bo promote national pride and unity.
List each part of the original flag.
Briefly state what each part of the origianl flag represented.
Valley Forge
Besides commemorating the collective sacrifices and dedication of the men and women of the Revolutionary War explain the significance of Valley Forge.
What does Valley Forge symbolize?
What does Valley Forge symbolize?
Private Joseph Plumb Martin
In December 1777, Private Joseph Plumb Martin from the 8th Connecticut regiment made a memorable comment, what was it?
Explain the reason for the comment.
Created by Udochi Amachi and adapted by Diane Kieval May 2007
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