1. Research the city of London in the 1700s.

Describing the conditions in the capital, present a report explaining what factors would cause a woman to abandon her child in the city.

2. Otis Gardiner sells young boys for service in the navy. Research common military recruitment techniques from this time, and compare them to modern standards.

3. Until Coram Hospital was founded around 1741, orphanages in England were of poor quality and did not care for children very well. Investigate the origins of Coram Hospital, and record how this institution changed the way orphans were cared for in England.

4. A gentleman's life has the outward appearance of being an idyllic one. Before looking for more information about aristocratic life, create a list of what you think the life of a gentleman or gentlewoman is like. After researching the subject, compare your original impressions...