The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World

Most people have heard of The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World but how much do you know about them? Their mysterious existence symbolized the civilizations that were responsible for their construction. These spectacular structures have been the source of great stories and legends over time. Today only one still stands, why?

Ancient civilization constructed some incredible architectural masterpieces based on primitive tools! These wonders continue to amaze our present day historians and archaeologists.

This webquest requires 7 people.
Your task will be to do scrapbook and share it with the class.
Imagine that you have been transported from your English class via time machine to ancient civilization.

Before you depart, you have been given an important assignment. You are to visit each of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You need to gather interesting facts about each of them. Since most are lost to the present world you decide to write down everything you can find out about the wonders and put it in a scrapbook.

Requirements for each wonder:

• When was this wonder constructed?
• Who was the builder or which civilization?
• What are some features of the wonder, describe it in detail. (Draw a picture too if you want!)
• What is its significance?
• Has this wonder influenced anything in present day?
• What would you feel when seeing this wonder?
• Are there any present day issues revolving the wonders?

• Choose one of these wonders on the map and start learning about it. There have been links provided with all the information you need in order to complete your quest, use links below.

• Pull out information you think is interesting or answers the questions and take notes.

• Once you have all the information you need start making your scrapbook. Be sure to include pictures, thoughts, comments to the information you have collected. Be creative!

    I. I’m  sure  that you  are  eager  to know  more  information about  each  Wonder, that’s  why      follow these links:

• http://www.seven-wonders-world.com/statue_zeus_olympia.htm
• http://www.seven-wonders-world.com/colossus_rhodes.htm
• http://www.seven-wonders-world.com/mausoleum_halicarnassus.htm
• http://www.seven-wonders-world.com/lighthouse_alexandria.htm
• http://www.seven-wonders-world.com/temple_artemis_ephesus.htm
• http://www.seven-wonders-world.com/hanging_gardens_babylon.htm
• http://www.seven-wonders-world.com/pyramid_giza.htm

II.I’d  like  to advise  you  to  watch  some short  films  about the  Wonders.  While  watching make  some  notes,which can help  you  in  the  future.

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUPY71S9avo&feature=player_embedded
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=Kfg1YE-BqTc
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ganapV06T2Y&feature=player_embedded
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=guDDbqTZ4G8
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_JKrvetYuk&feature=player_embedded
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=2c5bKVuTkpU
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1B-XHFb1RQ&feature=player_embedded   

III. Now  you  are  to  check  your knowledge  of  these widely-known  remarkable  constructions  and  find out whether your  attainments  are high.  For  this   purpose answer  the  questions of  the  following  tests:

• http://www.connectingsingles.com/quiz-14-the-seven-wonders-of-the-ancient-world-quiz.htm
• http://www.funtrivia.com/newflash/trivia.cfm?qid=162161
• http://www.funtrivia.com/newflash/trivia.cfm?qid=65637

IV. As  a  result  you  are  to  chose  one  Wonder  of  the Ancient World,  which  you like  most.  Compile all  your information about  it  into a PowerPoint  Presentation or a scrapbook  that  is 10-15  slides long.  The  demonstration of  the  works will take  place  in two  weeks.

Your  presentation  will be evaluated  based  on its  content, sequence  of  information, spelling / grammar  and font choice & formatting.
    You  will  demonstare the  presentation  to the  class  once  you are  finished.  Your classmates will  evaluate  your  work as well  and  will choose  the  best speech  for a  class  prize! 

Congratulations, you  have finished quite an exhausting project. As a result of your travel and thorough analysis, you understand:

• How to research and navigate on the internet.

• How to create a journal summary based on research.

• How to become a productive member of a team and do this type of album.

Dear students, you've done a great job! I hope you enjoyed this WebQuest!

See you soon in a new adventure!