Tour the Cities of the Erie Canal
Fourth Grade Web Quest
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New York State is full of interesting sites to visit,
whether it be for its rich history, recreational value, or economic opportunities.
There is something to offer for every resident looking to learn more about
one's place of living.
Your mission in this project is to sell your assigned
spot in New York State.
PROCEDURE:
Answer the following questions using Interent research
to persuade the reader to locate and remain in your area. You will compose
a tour guide using downloaded pictures and text (don't forget to credit
the sources). All editions will be shared in the classroom for a week,
with a class graph explaining the "Site of Choice" being used as our culminating
activity.
QUESTIONS:
1. What city will you be presenting?
*Albany 
*Utica 
*Syracuse 
*Buffalo
*Rochester
*Schenectady
2. Where is is located?
*part of the state (cardinal and intermediate directions)
(specific latitude and longitudinal location)
*distance from Latham, NY
*include a copy of a New York State map, with your city highlighted
3. Give a five or six sentence history of the city. Be sure to include a topic sentence, details, and concluding sentence. For what is the city most famous?
4. Decribe at least four activities that families could
enjoy.
5. What type of work or business is found in that city?
What are some of its biggest industries? What do they offer?
2. Location
3. History
4. Recreation