INTRODUCTION

**​** //**Welcome to our virtual tour of Chicago! ** Today our 7th grade class will be exploring some of the amazing things the Chicagoland area has to offer. //

//Chicago is a complex tapestry of people, places, and things that reflect the diversity of cultures, interests, and issues that have influenced the city over time.

Faced with the many facets of city life, we have each chosen one aspect that is meaningful to us. //

//** Mrs. Alanis ** shares ** Taste of Chicago **, which is held in Grant Park.

Restaurants of all kinds, from around the city and suburbs, come together to offer their specialties at their best. The menus begin with true Chicago originals -- Chicago-style pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs, but expand quickly to showcase the city's diverse, and ethnically rich, cuisine. Combine great foods with first class entertainment by some of the best musical artists in the country, and it's no wonder that Taste of Chicago is one of Chicago's most popular lakefront festivals.//



//** Mr. Poe ** offers his insights into ** Chicago's world class neighborhoods, **which are home to a plethora of ethnic backgrounds that built this city from the ground. He will take you through the exotic streets of Chinatown and Little India, as well as exploring the rich history of the Polish people in this great City of Chicago.//

//** Mrs. Mikota ** guides you through ** Brookfield Zoo **, recognized internationally for its dedication to education, conservation, and research. First in the world to house animals in naturalistic enclosures rather than barred cages, the zoo has remained a leader in innovative animal exhibits as demonstrated by their many exhibits that represent ecosytems from around the world. Today she would like to introduce you to the primate exhibit, Tropic World. //



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**//Thank you for joining us, we hope you enjoy your experience!//**
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6. Technology Operations and Concepts: Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations. Students: a. understand and use technology systems. b. select and use applications effectively and productively. c. troubleshoot systems and applications. d. transfer current knowledge to learning of new technologies.**
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