The tallest building in the United States(and the Western Hemisphere) has opened for business. Built at the site of the original World Trade Towers which was destroyed by terrorists on September 11, 2001, the new One World Trade Center has 104 floors and took eight years to build. Standing 1776 ft. tall, the skyscraper will have a ceremony marking its official opening later in the month. I am very proud to see this new building standing proudly in the New York skyline!
Bell Ringer activity for students:
1. What statement do you think this new building tells the rest of the world?
2. What meaning does the height of the skyscraper have?
3. Write a sentence describing the new skyscraper.
Gail
Photograph from Timesdispatch.com
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