August 31, 2011
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley was born on August 30,
1797. Her 1818 novel created a character who is still
famous today.
Name this novel and Mary’s famous poet husband.
September 1, 2011
Richard Wright was born September 4, 1908. He
became a famous Harlem Renaissance author.
1. Name Wright’s autobiography and two of his
poems.
2. Define Harlem Renaissance
September 2, 2011
September 5th is Red Cross Day. The Red Cross is
dedicated to helping those in need during times of war
and natural disaster.
1. Who is credited with beginning the American
Chapter of the Red Cross and when did it begin?
2. In what country did the Red Cross originate and
when?
September 6, 2011
On September 6, 1993,Don Henley, Jimmy Buffett,
Elton John ,Sting, and, Aerosmith performed at a
benefit concert in Boston for Walden Woods.
Define Walden Woods include where it is, why it is
famous, and tell why it needed a benefit.
September 7, 2011
Today is ‘Grandma Moses Day’ find out:
who is Grandma Moses(what is her real name)
when was she born
what is she famous for
Extra!Extra!
FYI – Also on September 7th
1888 - Edith Eleanor McLean became the first baby to
be placed in an incubator
1896 - A.H. Whiting won the first automobile race held
on a racetrack. The race was held in Cranston, RI.
1921 - Margaret Gorman of Washington, DC, was
crowned the first Miss America in Atlantic City, NJ.
September 8, 2011
The first permanent(and still occupied) European
settlement in North America was established on
this date in 1565.
Find out: where the settlement was /is
what nation established it
who led the expedition
who first discovered t he site and when
September 9, 2011
The Battle of Marathon took place on this date in
490B.C.
Find out: What two armies were involved
Why the word marathon now refers to a
long foot race
Question of the Day answers for August 31st – Sept. 9th
are due Monday September 12, 2011.
September 12, 2011
This author of The Gift of the Magi was born on
September 11th 1862. What are his pen name and his
given name?
What is the term for pen name or false name?
September 13, 2011
Milton S. Hershey, the creator of the Hershey Bar and
Hershey Candy Company, was born n September 13,
1857. Find out when and how Hershey, Pa got its name.
Name two other institutions or landmarks that are
named for this remarkable man.
September 14, 2011
On September 14, 1814 the words to the Star Spangled
Banner were written. Tell who wrote the words and
what situation inspired him.
September 15, 2011
This famous author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
was born in Wales on September 13, 1916.
Name the author and list two other famous works of
children’s literature that he wrote.
September 16, 2011
This American imagist poet was born on September 17,
1883 in Rutherford New Jersey. His most famous poem
is titled ‘This is just to say’ – read this poem then find
out:
This poet’s name
what is ‘imagist poetry’?
why is a website about teaching using his poetry
called ‘plum good poetry’?
September 19, 2011
What National Organization was founded on September
17, 1920 in Canton Ohio?
September 20, 2011
 On September 20, 1878 this author of The Jungle was
born. Name the author and tell what laws were passed
as a result of this novel.
September 21,2011
 On September 18, 1851, this American newspaper
began publishing “all the news that’s fit to print”.
Name the newspaper.
September 22, 2011
 On September 22, 1964 this musical featuring the
songs, “Sunrise, Sunset,” “If I Were a Rich Man,”
“Tradition’” opened on Broadway. Name this play and
give a brief description of its storyline.
September 23,2011
 Jim Henson famous artist and puppeteer was born on
September 24, 1936. He created the characters for two
famous TV shows. Name the shows and tell when they
ran on TV.
September 26, 2011
John Chapman was born on September 26, 1775. What is
his nickname and what is he famous for?
September 27, 2011
Thomas Nast was born September 27, 1840. He is
considered the father of…___________________
Tell when he did some of his most famous work and
what popular icons he created.
September 28, 2011
This US National Park was founded on September 25,
1890. Name the park and tell what attraction it is most
famous for.
September 29, 2011
On September 25, 1933 America’s favorite cowboy
______________’s radio show aired on NBC radio. The
______________ Ralston Straight Shooters continued
on air until 1950. Who is ‘America’s favorite cowboy’
and where is he from?
September 30, 2011
This author of Night was born on September 30, 1928.
Name the author and the foundation he chairs.
October 3, 2011
This world famous pianist was born on October 1, 1903
in Kiev Russia. He first came to the US in 1928 to play
with the NY Philharmonic Orchestra. In 1940 he came
to the US permanently and lived in NYC.
Who is this world renown pianist?
October 4, 2011
This former US President was born on October 1, 1924.
At 87 he, and his wife, are still involved in
humanitarian aid programs worldwide.
Name this former US president and name as least one
humanitarian relief organization he is involved with.
October 5, 2011
Actor and comedian William Alexander Abbott was born
on October 2, 1896(?)
What is his stage name and what act is he most famous
for?
October 6, 2011
Opened on October 1, 1971, this eventually became
The world’s largest man-made tourist attraction.
Name the attraction and tell where it is located.
Chapter 9 (IX) Reaction
Discuss the big event in Chapter 9 involving Boxer. How
did you respond to this event? How did it make you
feel?
What do you think about the pigs reaction to this event?
READ Chapter 10 (X) for tomorrow
October 10, 2011
October 9th is Imagine Day – Name the musician, born
October 9, 1940, in whose honor this day was named.
Name the band he was most famous for.
October 11, 2011
Parson Weems Day – Mason Weems was born on
October 11, 1759. he became and Episcopalian minister
and book seller. Find out what type of stories he wrote
and which one is his most famous.
October 7, 2011
October 8th is “Mrs. O’Leary’s cow day” On October
8th 1871, Mrs. O’Leary’s cow kicked over a lantern in the
barn .
Tell what happened next and why we still talk about
this infamous cow.
October 12, 2011
Construction of the Holland Tunnel began on October
12, 1920 and the tunnel opened to traffic on November
12, 1927.
Where is the Holland Tunnel and what does it connect?
How long is it and what land barrier does it avoid?
Who was it named for?
October 13, 2011
What famous children’s storybook character made his
debut on October 14, 1926. Tell the author’s name.
October 14, 2011
This famous Quaker was born on October 14, 1644 in
London, England. HE died July 30, 1718. Name this
man and tell why he is significant in American history.
October 17, 2011
This ‘father of the American Dictionary’ was born on
October 16th 1758 in Connecticut.
Find out: 1-his name
2-why he wrote A grammatical Institute of
English Language
3-when his An American Dictionary of the
English Language was first published
October 18, 2011
What State did the United States formally take
possession of on October 18, 1867 after purchasing it
from Russia?
October 19, 2011
Gertrude Ederle was born on October 23, 1905. What
major accomplishment is she remembered for? When
and at what age did she die?
October 20, 2011
What famous fantasy and science fiction writer was
born on October 21, 1929. What is the title of her
famous series published in the 1970’s?
October 24, 2011
Mary Ludwig Hays McCauley was born on October 13,
1754. What is her nickname and how did she get it?
What other famous woman was given her nickname
and why?
October 25, 2011
This world renown artist was born on October 25, 1881
– Name the artist and tell what style of painting and
sculpture he helped in creating and popularizing. Also
define or describe this style of art.
October 26, 2011
Dr. Jonas Salk was born on October 28, 1914. What
vaccine did he successfully develop and in what year?
Find out about the disease his vaccine prevents and
why this vaccine was so significant?
October 27, 2011
October 29th is known as Depression Day. Explain why
October 29th has this sad reputation.
October 28, 2011
On October 30, 1938, Orson Wells created a state of
panic with his radio show. Tell what happened and
what famous piece of literature he used to cause such a
commotion.
October 31, 2011
Houdini Day – Tell why October 31st is known as
Houdini Day. Who was Houdini?
November 1, 2011
Who was Jacques Plante? What did he do on November
1, 1959 that has changed a popular sport?
November 2, 2011
October 28th is Liberty Day which celebrates the Statue
of Liberty. Find out why we celebrate the statue on
October 28th, who created the statue, and what it was
created for? Who wrote the poem inscribed on the
statue?