Secondary – August 20

“Every great change in individual and social conditions begins small, among simple, earnest people, face to face with the facts of life. Ask yourselves seriously, ‘Why should not the coming change begin with us?’ ” -Kevin Baker, born on this date in 1958. Answer Kevin Baker’s question.

Primary – August 20

The 23rd US President, Benjamin Harrison, was born on this date in 1833. He defeated President Grover Cleveland to win the office in 1888, and then Grover Cleveland defeated Benjamin Harrison in 1892. Who do you sometimes think you’re sandwiched between people, and how does that make you feel?

Secondary – August 19

Pioneering television inventor Philo T. Farnsworth was born on this date in 1906. Decide whether you think TV should have been invented, and then explain why you’re wrong.

Primary – August 19

The person who came up with the idea for the TV show Star Trek, Gene Roddenberry, was born on this date in 1921. Explain why you think some people prefer stories about made-up worlds instead of our own world.

Secondary – August 18

Antonio Salieri was born on this date in 1750. Explain why you would or would not be satisfied to be considered brilliant during your life if you were completely forgotten by future generations.

Primary – August 18

Meriwether Lewis was born on this date in 1774. Describe a time when you discovered a place for the first time.

Secondary – August 17

“Let your tongue speak what your heart thinks.” -Davy Crockett, born this date in 1786. If you could say anything to anyone, what would you say and to whom would you say it?

Primary – August 17

“I have always supported measures and principles and not men.” -Davy Crockett, born this date in 1786. Explain why you think it is more important to be loyal to people or to ideas.