Historical Figures Local to Pittsburgh – Lucky to Live in Pittsburgh with Rick Sebak | Episode 5
Discussion Questions
- Name 3 things you learned about Albert Gallatin.
- Name 3 things you learned about Layfette.
- Do some additional research on Albert Gallatin, Layfette, or Lewis and Clark. What did you find out which was interesting to you?
- Which stories or locations featured in the episode stood out to you the most, and why?
- How does celebrating local culture strengthen a community?
- What makes your hometown special, and how would you showcase it in a documentary?
- If you were creating your own “Lucky to Live in ___” episode, what stories or places would you include?
About
WQED’s Rick Sebak visits Albert Gallatin’s home and explores his ties to Lafayette, the Louisiana Purchase, and Lewis’s dog, Seaman.
Credits: WQED
Standards
8.1 – Historical Analysis and Skills Development
- 8.1.6.A / 8.1.9.A / 8.1.12.A – Explain the historical context of events and developments.
- 8.1.6.B / 8.1.9.B / 8.1.12.B – Use primary and secondary sources to identify and explain historical points of view.
- 8.1.6.C / 8.1.9.C / 8.1.12.C – Construct narratives of historical events using evidence.
- 8.1.6.D / 8.1.9.D / 8.1.12.D – Understand continuity and change over time in local communities.
8.2 – Pennsylvania History
- 8.2.6.A / 8.2.9.A / 8.2.12.A – Understand the political and cultural contributions of individuals and groups in Pennsylvania.
- 8.2.6.B / 8.2.9.B / 8.2.12.B – Examine how continuity and change have shaped PA communities.
- 8.2.6.C / 8.2.9.C / 8.2.12.C – Identify and analyze how PA’s geography has influenced settlement and development.
- 8.2.6.D / 8.2.9.D / 8.2.12.D – Evaluate how historical documents, artifacts, and traditions reflect PA’s heritage.
8.3 – United States History (Local Connections)
- 8.3.6.A / 8.3.9.A / 8.3.12.A – Identify contributions of individuals and groups to U.S. history.
- 8.3.6.B / 8.3.9.B / 8.3.12.B – Examine continuity and change in U.S. communities.
- 8.3.6.C / 8.3.9.C / 8.3.12.C – Analyze how geography influenced economic and cultural development.
- 8.3.6.D / 8.3.9.D / 8.3.12.D – Evaluate historical sources and cultural traditions.
Geography (7.1, 7.2, 7.3)
- Understanding how physical and human geography shape communities.
- Analyzing how people interact with their environment.
Civics & Government (5.1, 5.2)
- Exploring civic pride, community engagement, and local identity.
Economics (6.2, 6.4)
- Understanding how local businesses and industries shape regional culture.
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