Learning Outcomes

Students have developed a detailed and critical understanding of the historical geography of Victorian London Learning Outcomes The discussion questions. 1. What river flows through London? 2. What public services did people need in Victorian London? 3. What characteristics were there in Victorian London? 4. What economic activities were common in Victorian London?

1. What river flows through London? The River Themes

2. What public services did people need in Victorian London? To help keep order A police force To help people get around the growing city Public transportation To supply people with drinking water Water service To keep people from drinking untreated water from the River Thames (sanitation and health) Sewer service

3. What characteristics are there in Victorian London? Social classes: Londoners at the time generally could be divided into upper, middle, working, and under classes. Ethnic diversity: London grew as people from other parts of Britain and outside the country came to live there.

4. What economic activities are common in Victorian London? All types of businesses from street stalls to major factories - The Industrial Revolution changed the nature of the work. Connected to the world by the Themes, the city attracted all types of businesses. The development of the building industry New roads, railways, and housings were needed to accommodate the fast-growing population.

Tiered Activities • The list of aspects of city life • Transportation • Other services • Social classes & Ethnic diversity • Economic activities

Ask students to consider aspects of city life and have students work in small groups to make a chart. Basic Activity

Have students work in small groups to add relevant details to their charts in the Basic Activity. On Level Activity

Have students work individually to Write paragraphs about life in Victorian London. Challenge Activity

Learning Outcomes