Part A:
Select one of the topics below to research. After you select a topic, generate three questions you have about this topic. Use the internet to research and find important information. When your research is complete, fill out the inquiry sheet and reflect on your most significant learning.
Part B:
Prepare a three minute, informal presentation about your topic, highlighting your most significant learning. Presentations will be done in small groups. You must sustain a conversation about your topic for three full minutes.
Suggested ideas for your presentation:
Prepare what you want to say in advance on index cards
Make a handout with interesting facts and pictures
Topics:
Carnival Season
Catacombs
Effects of Alcohol
Fear of being buried alive
Poe's life
Catacombs of Paris
Origins of Catacombs
Mardi Gras History of Carnival
Mardi Gras History
effects of alcohol on the body
fear of being buried alive
fear of being buried alive - famous people
Poe museum
Poe