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CLASS SEVEN – The Family Elder Interview

1) Students share their essays about their interview subject

2) Assignment

1. Prepare a list of 3 – 5 areas to research about your subject
   1. Where is the person from?
   2. What were the significant times they lived through?
      1. The Depression
      2. WW II
      3. The '60s
      4. Vietnam War
      5. Beginning of the Space Age
   3. Questions you might ask other relatives to prepare for the interview
      1. What is your favorite story about Grandma?
      2. How did the family view Aunt Helen?
      3. Is there anything you have always wanted to know about Grandpa's life?