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New York in the 1870s

Do some research on New York in the 1870s and create a multimedia presentation to be shared with the class.

Music of the 19th Century

Do some research on music of the late 19th century and record a CD if possible to share with the class.

Dinner with Newland and May

Imagine that you have been invited to dinner at Newland and May's new home. Who else do you think they would invite? How would they make you comfortable? What would you eat? What would you talk about?

Newland and May are Getting Married!

Create an engagement announcement and wedding invitation for May's upcoming marriage to Newland.

Watch the Film

A film based on the book and directed by Martin Scorsese was released in 1993. Watch the movie and compare and contrast it to the book.

Major Award

Edith Wharton won the Pulitzer Prize...

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