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The Task

Now that you are an expert on the cultural contributions made to American history for your assigned decade, let the creativity begin!

I. Artwork - choose one of the following  

- Replicate a chosen piece of art originally created during your assigned decade.  

OR  

- Create an original piece of art based upon a style created or popularized during your assigned decade.  

Remember, artwork comes in many different forms. Choose one that you will enjoy!

II. Article

- Pretend that you are a journalist working for the Lawrence Times.  
- Write an article explaining the contributions made by your assigned decade to the cultural history of the United States.  
- If any contributions have made a lasting impact on American culture, make sure they are discussed in detail!  

III. Oral Presentation - Create an oral presentation of your artwork that includes the following elements.

- Discuss the origins of the piece you have created, and why it was chosen.  
- Explain how your artwork accurately reflects the times in which it was originally created. In other words, put the artwork into the context of your assigned decade.  
- If this particular piece of artwork or artistic style has left a lasting impact on American culture, make sure to discuss this as well.  

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