New York State Archives, NYSA_A3045-78_D47_NiG1
A drawing of a plan for an electric power plant powered by water diverted from the Niagara River at Niagara Falls, circa 1890.
What two countries does Niagara Falls border?
How many falls make up Niagara Falls? Which falls appear in this diagram?
What affect does diverting water to power plants have on the falls?
What elements in the diagram reflect industry at Niagara Falls?
What elements in the diagram reflect tourism at Niagara Falls?
Compare this diagram to photographs of Niagara Falls today. How has the area stayed the same? How has it changed?
Science: What is a conduit? How is it used in the falls? How is electricity created from the water?
English Language Arts: Create a slogan for the Niagara Falls Hydraulic Power & Manufacturing Company to persuade people to use its power.
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