1. Read the chapter and answer the comprehension questions. 60%
2. Write a summary of the chapter following the GIST guidelines. 20%.
3. Create 5 questions about information you want to know more about. 20%.
Comprehension questions:
What was Mackey doing at the age of 14?
What types of businesses did Mackey invest in to become Evansville's first millionaire? (Hint)
What was the "Straight Line"?
Why does Mt. Vernon owe Mackey for its industrial production?
Here is a link to a picture of the Grand Theatre, what does Mackey have to do with it?
What are the two reasons Mackey went bankrupt at age 66 in 1900?
On p. 40, the story lists 6 different products that Evansville excelled at making. Which one do you think has had the most lasting effect on Evansville and why?
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