THE ROARING
TWENTIES: A
GLAMOROUS FILLED
PARTY DECADE
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to The Roaring
Twenties: A Glamorous
Party-Filled Decade!
You are part of a team
that has been hired to
explore the 1920's in
order to plan a party
representative of the
decade for a wealthy
writer and his
friends. You will be
transported back in time
to the roaring twenties in
order to create your party.
THE TASK
You have been hired to plan a party for
author F. Scott Fitzgerald. You and your
group must research different aspects of
life in the 1920’s and plan a fun, and
accurate party for Mr. Fitzgerald and his
friends. The group that plans the best
party will receive extra compensation (i.e.
extra credit)
THE TASK - continued
• Each group member will be required to
research one topic and fill out the
corresponding worksheet.
• After all research is done, the group will
come together to develop a powerpoint
presentation describing their party plans.
• Presentations must be 5-8 minutes and
will be given on Thursday, September 26th
THE PROCESS
Stage 1:
• As a team, decide which team member will be
responsible for each section of the research.
The areas which need to be researched include:
fashion, entertainment, dining/decorations, and
interests.
• You are not limited to the links that have been
provided. Feel free to do some research on your
own. Remember--not all sites are credible!
FASHION
Fashion:
• Your job is to research
the history of fashion in
the 1920's. This includes
men and women's
clothing, accessories, hair
styles, and facial hair
styles. Feel free to
include information that is
not asked for on the
fashion sheet.
Fashion Worksheet
• Links
Flappers and Fashion
Hats and Hair Fashion History
1920-1930
Hats and Hair Fashion History
1920-1930
Flappers in the Roaring Twenties
Beauty
Beauty in the 1920's
Roaring Twenties
ENTERTAINMENT
• Your job is to research
the different types of
entertainment in the
1920's. This includes
music, theater, sports,
and film. Entertainment
was a major part of the
decade. If you would like
to include more
information than is
required on the sheet,
you are more than
welcome to do so.
•
Access your worksheet in the
backpack under new assignments.
• Links:
Music
Roaring Twenties
The Golden Age of Sports: A Roaring
Replay of the 1920's
Movies
Entertainment
List of 'years in film'
DINING & DECORATION
• Your job is to research
the different types of
foods and decorations in
the 1920's. This includes
types of food, types of
drinks, new foods, the
way food was
served, and the ways in
which people decorated
their homes. You are not
limited to only answering
the questions on the
sheet.
Worksheet
Links:
Food Timeline: food history
reference & research service
New at the market, in the 20th
century
Flapper Décor
Alcohol Prohibition Was A Failure
Roaring Twenties
INTERESTS
• Your job is to research
the different interests of
the people in the 1920's.
This includes everything
from games to the latest
fads to slang terms. You
are welcome to include
more information than is
required on the sheet.
Worksheet
Links:
Crazyfads.com - 1920's fads
Dance Marathons Article
HistoryLink Essay: Dance
Marathons of the 1920s and
1930s -- A Snapshot History
Roaring Twenties
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Groups
PROCESS
Stage 2
• Now that you have completed your individual
component, it is time to compile your information in the
format of a poster or PowerPoint presentation. This
poster/PowerPoint will be presented to the entire
corporation to be voted upon before it is presented to Mr.
Fitzgerald. Do remember that Mr. Fitzgerald is a wealthy
man who enjoys excitement. Above all, this party must
be modern (not 2007 modern, 1920's modern). Please
include a list of activities that your guests might engage
in, what they are to wear, which foods will be served, and
the type of entertainment to be provided. Choose a date
and time for your party--a Saturday evening party might
be quite different from a Tuesday afternoon party.
Calendar - USA - 1924
PROCESS
THE POWERPOINT MUST INCLUDE:
• 15-20 images (photos, clip art, drawings, etc.)
•
description of each image chosen
•
date and time of the party
•
list of food items/menu (minimum of 3 appetizers, 3 main course
options, and 3 desserts)
•
list of entertainment options (minimum of 3 items)
•
list of conversational tidbits (minimum of 5 items)
•
list of clothing/accessories to be worn (minimum of 6 items--3 for men,
3 for women)
YOU MAY WORK TOGETHER TO COMPLETE THE LISTS
PROCESS
Above all, be creative! Feel free to
experiment with themes, symbols, colors,
etc. The more unique, the better because
Mr. Fitzgerald wants many options
available to him. If you would like to bring
in food samples, clothing samples, engage
in a small demonstration, etc., run it past
me first. Have fun and be creative!
PROCESS
Stage 3
• You are now ready to prepare your presentation. You are
trying to persuade your colleagues to vote for your
presentation. Getting colleagues to vote for you means
more business for you and your team and the potential
to receive additional compensation from the boss. Your
presentation should be brief: you only have four to five
minutes to present your powerpoint to the other teams;
make sure you are concise and use appropriate word
choice. Be sure to rehearse the presentation before you
get up in front of your colleagues; you do not want to
make a complete fool out of yourself unless you know it
will enhance your presentation. Good Luck!