Introduction
The 1960's was a decade of protests and of advancements. It was the age of youth Children born in the post-war baby boom became teens and young adults. It was a time of revolutionary thinking and cultural change. During this era a new writing was born ---- writing for the young adult.
Glimpse the Sixties: Growing Up in the 1960s
Before Beginning the Quest:
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Task
BACKGROUND PRESENTATION FOR THE 1960s
DIRECTIONS
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In your groups carefully read the questions for each category.
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You will need to research your topic and questions thoroughly using the provided websites. ONLY these websites should be used for your research.
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Read about each topic and IN YOUR OWN WORDS (unless you quote) fill in the boxes on the PRESENTATION SHEET. You will need to cite your web sources and submit before you present. You only need ONE Works Cited page for the group.
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Set up a visual presentation. You must have at least 1 image to go along with each question. You should set up your slides according to how many questions are in your category. For example, 4 questions =4 slides.
Process
Pop Culture- Literature/ Art
1. What styles (colors, moods, trends, etc.) inspired many artists during the 1960’s?
2. What are some topics that literature (writing) focused on during this time?
3. How was Harper Lee’s work representative of this following? (Include facts about her most popular work)
Fads of the1960s: Literary Points of Authority
Entertainment / Fashion
1. What popular movies came out around 1966-1967?
2. Paul Newman, Annette Funicello, and Frankie Avalon are all referenced in The Outsiders film. Find facts and pictures about these stars from the 1960s.
3. Explain a transition, or change, in entertainment that occurred during this decade.
4. What were some popular fads of the 1960’s? What was the reason for this focus on products?
5. What did the change in hairstyles represent for the decade?
National Museum of American History: Entertainment
Skwirk: Music and Entertainment in the 1960s (click on "no thanks" at bottom of popup ad to remove)
AMC Filmsite: Greatest Films of 1960s
1960s: The Most Popular and Groovy Fads From the 'Swinging Sixties'
1960s Fashion: Styles, Trends, Pictures and History
Popular Hairstyles in the 1960s
Current Events
1. What war/ conflict happened in this decade that involved the US?
2. Who was the president during 1966 (the year The Outsiders was published)?
3. What was the biggest issue of US education in the 1960’s? Explain other related issues and events that occurred because of this issue in US education.
4. Many great sports moments occurred in this decade. What were some of these?
Technology/ Transportation
1. What were some of the popular cars of the late 1960’s? Name at least two and include images.
2. How did the muscle car change or influence the car world?
3. What other info can be gathered about the beginning of “the muscle car”?
4. What types of technology (possibly car related) were introduced to the average American during this decade? Name at least two and include images.
The Best American Cars of the 1960s
Music
1. What significant role did Motown play in the production of music?
2. Who was Bob Dylan and how did he influence music?
3. Who were the The Beatles and what was their impact on music?
4. What major music event was the pinnacle, or the peak, of the 1960’s music scene?
5. What information about this event was interesting or important regarding its impact on the 1960’s?
6. What technology was used to play music in cars and homes in the 1960s?
1960s Music: What Songs Were the Most Popular?
Bob Dylan, the Beatles and the Rock of the Sixties
6 of the Most Memorable Music Festivals of the Sixties and Seventies
Oklahoma
1. Describe the Katz Sit-In. In what year did it occur, who was involved and what policy did this change for the restaurant? Include an image.
2. What is the Admiral Twin? Include an image.
3. When did the Admiral Twin open in Tulsa?
4. What is the bird, fish, flower, reptile and rock for the state of Oklahoma?
S.E. Hinton
1. What is S.E. Hinton’s full name?
2. How old was S.E. Hinton when she first started writing “The Outsiders” and how long did it take for her to write the novel?
3. Why did S.E. Hinton publish “The Outsiders” under this name and not her full name?
4. When was “The Outsiders” published?
5. Why do some book critics find “The Outsiders” too controversial?
6. What does S.E. Hinton believe it takes to become a successful writer?
7. Where did S.E. Hinton graduate from high school?
8. Where did S.E. Hinton go to college?
9. What did S.E. Hinton become known as after “The Outsiders” was published?
10. What are some of the other titles that S.E. Hinton has written?
Gangs
1. What is a gang?
2. What 3 cities did gangs form the most in?
3. What are some of the gang’s from the 1960’s?
4. What was different and new about the gangs of the 1960’s?
5. Which area (rural, urban, and suburban) has the most gang activity?
6. Gang members usually come from what social and https://www.preceden.com/timelines/74071-gang-historyeconomic hierarchy?
History of Gangs in the United States
Evaluation
PRESENTATION GRADING RUBRIC:
Names of students in the group___________________________________________________
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Presentation includes accurate facts and answers all questions from the given topic ________________25 points |
The group has included an accurate Works Cited page ______________15 points |
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Presentation includes visual slides/images for each question and the images are relevant to the topic ________________20 points |
Group is well-prepared, clearly communicates, and each group member has a role. ______________15 points |
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Presentation flows well and logically. Presentation demonstrates a strong understanding of the topic. ________________25 points |
Final Score/points: _____________/100 |
Additional comments:
Conclusion
*DON’T FORGET to complete a WORKS CITED page on Google Docs and share it with me before you give your presentation!