Ch1 The Great Fire

What building material was predominantly used in the construction of homes in Chicago during the 19th century?

• Brick

• Stone

• Wood

• Concrete

What weather conditions contributed to the rapid spread of the fire?

• Heavy Rain

• Strong Winds

• Snowstorm

• Fog

What was a significant consequence of using wood for construction in a densely populated area?

• Higher construction costs

• Better insulation

• Increased fire risk

• Longer-lasting buildings

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

What type of weather event occurred the days leading up to the Great Fire that increased the risk of fire?

• Blizzard

• Heatwave

• Tornado

• Lightning storm

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What central idea emphasizes the living conditions of the lower-income populations in Chicago?

• Economic growth

• Social inequality

• Cultural diversity

• Urban development

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

How did the use of wood in buildings affect the fire's intensity and spread?

• Slowed down the fire

• Minimized property damage

• Intensified the fire spread

• Prevented fire from spreading

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What role did the dry weather play in the events of the Great Fire?

• Reduced the fire risk

• Increased fire risk

• Improved firefighting efforts

• Prevented the fire from spreading

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

What contributed to the rapid spread of fires in the middle-class and poorer districts?

• Buildings were made of fire-resistant materials

• Large spaces between houses and businesses

• The use of fast-burning wood and overcrowded lots

• The city's modern fire prevention systems

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2