Introduction
Welcome to Asheville, NC! This is 1862 and we are ready to begin our quest. We have a lot to learn so get your thinking caps on as we start out on this journey through time.
Task
Our goal is to learn as much about George Washington Vanderbilt and the Estate that he created! However, we have a very unique young lady to take along our journey. Serafina! By the time you are done, you will be an expert on the Biltmore Estate and it's connections with Serafina book series!
Process
Step 1--Using the links provided to answer the following questions about the history of the Biltmore Estate.
Step 2--Turn in your worksheet for grade
Questions:
1. In what year did construction of Biltmore Estate begin?
http://www.biltmore.com/visit/biltmore-house-gardens/estate-history
2. How many rooms does Biltmore have and how long did it take to build it?
http://www.biltmore.com/visit/biltmore-house-gardens/estate-history
3. In 1899, when the story of Serafina takes place, most homes were very primitive. What were some of the technological advancements at Biltmore Estate? (list at least 5)
http://www.learnnc.org/lp/editions/biltmore-techtour/
4. Serafina's Pa worked on machine called the "dynamo" in the basement. What did this machine do? http://www.learnnc.org/lp/editions/biltmore-techtour/
5. In the Twisted Staff, Serafina and Braeden slide down the banister of the Grand Staircase. How many steps are there on this one staircase? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biltmore_Estate
6. Serafina and Essie loved to read. How many books are there in the Biltmore library for them to choose from?
http://www.softschools.com/facts/us_history/biltmore_estate_facts/2263/
7. Serafina's life revolved around the Biltmore and the forest. What is the name of the national forest surrounding Biltmore?
http://www.softschools.com/facts/us_history/biltmore_estate_facts/2263/
8. At different times, Serafina and Braeden used secret doors in Biltmore. What were these secret doors used for in the real Biltmore? http://www.biltmore.com/Blog/article/behind-biltmores-hidden-doors
9. Many special dinners took place in the Banquet Hall. Especially at Christmas when Biltmore first opened 1885. http://www.biltmore.com/blog/article/the-banquet-hall-tree-a-christmas-at-biltmore-tradition
10. In the Serafina books, it seems that the Van Dyck room drew very evil visitors (Thorne and Granthan!) Who is this room named for?
http://www.biltmore.com/blog/article/6-biltmore-rooms-named-after-artists
Evaluation
Your grade is based on correct answers to questions in the webquest.
