Timeline and Cause-Effect Analysis
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Timeline and Cause-Effect Analysis
📖 Reading Passage: The Great Chicago Fire
Read the passage below. Look for dates, events, causes, and effects.
In 1871, Chicago was a rapidly growing city made mostly of wooden buildings. The summer had been very dry with little rain. On October 8, 1871, a small fire started near the O'Leary barn on the southwest side of Chicago.
Strong winds quickly spread the fire throughout the city. The wooden buildings burned easily because they were so dry. Firefighters were already tired from fighting another fire the day before. The fire burned for three days straight.
By October 10, 1871, the fire was finally put out. The Great Chicago Fire had destroyed over 17,000 buildings and left 300 people dead. About 100,000 people lost their homes. However, the city rebuilt quickly with brick and stone buildings, making Chicago safer and stronger than before.
📅 Timeline Activity
Timeline:
Summer 1871: _________________________________________________
October 8, 1871: _____________________________________________
October 8-10, 1871: __________________________________________
October 10, 1871: ____________________________________________
After the fire: _______________________________________________
🤔 Understanding Questions
Explain your choice:
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