Queen Victoria

Introduction

Queen Victoria was an English queen, who reigned in the mid- to late nineteenth century. She had the longest reign of any English monarch, lasting from 1837 all the way to her death in 1901. Her rule was marked by many technological and social advances. In this webquest, students will learn what these advances were.

Task

You will thoroughly read an article on Queen Victoria, and then answer several questions with 3-4 complete sentences. The link to the article is found in the "Process" section.

Process

Read the following article:

http://www.famouspeople.co.uk/q/queenvictoria.html

http://www.queenvictoria.victoriana.com/queenvictoria-timeline.html

Now answer the following questions in complete sentences, citing facts from the article or timeline. You will be scored on accuracy of facts, and thoughtfulness of answers. Rubric found on Evaluation page.

1. What series of events lead to Victoria ascending to the throne?

2. Which party was in control of the English Parliament when Queen Victoria ascended to throne? Which member of this party had the greatest influence on Queen Victoria? What effect might this have had on her rule?

3. What event caused her to withdraw from her public duties? Why was she so "shell-shocked" by this event?

4. What technological advances were made under Victoria? Social advances? What effect would these have had on English society?

5. Would you have wanted to live under Queen Victoria? During which period: 1837-1861, 1861-1887, 1887-1901?

Evaluation
4 3 2 1
Accuracy All facts cited are correct. Most facts cited are correct  Some facts cited are correct. Few facts cited are correct.
Thoughtfulness The answer provides a clear and well-explained thought. The answer is mostly clear and well-explained. The answer is somewhat clear, but not well-explained. Evidence shows effort was put in. The answer is cursory, and shows no evidence of effort.
Conclusion

Yay, you finished!

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