Process
The Whitney
1. In groups of five (5) formed by your teacher, you must choose
a candidate (with your teacher's approval). Then, compile a 5-6
page report that covers the topics listed below.
- a
brief biography
- a
description of their impact on today’s Detroit
- draw
parallels to today’s Detroit (e.g.,
automobile production cuts
occurring today compared to those made during the Great Depression) Do not use an automotive example!
- identify
places to see the
candidates local history
- explain
potential controversies
surrounding the nomination of this person.
2. Using the report, put together a 10 minute presentation (must
include visuals). Each member must speak to the area they
covered in
the report.