M6 W1: Christo and Jean Claude Central Idea

What was the main occupation of Christo and Jean-Claude?

• Musicians focused on classical compositions
• Architects known for urban design
• Writers specializing in fiction novels
• Artists specializing in environmental art and installation art.

What was the most famous project of Christo and Jean-Claude?

• The Umbrellas in Japan
• Wrapped Reichstag in Berlin
• The Floating Piers in Italy
• The Gates in Central Park

What challenges did they face in their projects?

• Perfect team dynamics
• Excessive funding
• Unlimited time availability
• Resource limitations, time constraints, technical difficulties, team coordination issues.

Christo and Jean-Claude were a married couple.

• True

• False

How were their project received by the public?

• The projects were ignored by the public.
• The projects failed to impress.
• The projects were poorly received.
• The projects were successful.

Write a summary of the story, "Christo and Jean Claude through the Gates and Beyond". Be sure to include the central idea and key/supporting details in your answer. Use the checklist below after you write your paragraph to double check your work.

• Provide a checklist to guide their writing:

  • Did I include a clear topic sentence stating the central idea?

  • Did I include several supporting details that explain the central idea?

  • Did I use transition words to connect my ideas?

  • Did I proofread my writing for errors in spelling and grammar?