I am interviewing my parents about September 11th. When the Twin Towers got hit by two planes, a lot of things happened that day it was like a fire explosion that killed and hurt a lot of people. This was a sad day.
How did you hear and what where you doing on Sept. 11th?
My mom was watching television in the kitchen while cooking and I was in shock on what happeneed!
My dad was in the car going to work and he heard it on the radio then he got to work and he saw it on television.
How did you react to what happened?
They where shocked in disbelief what was happening and was thinking about all of the poor families or friends who had someone on the planes or in the building.
How do u fell about it?
very sad for the families and friends who lost loved ones. mad at the people that hit down the towers and angry about what they did. Proud of the people who helped out with everything that happened.
Why is it a big part of your historical life?
It was an attack on america and effected a lot of people and families. Most people killed ever in an attack. It was a big attack for a lot of people.
How could you help the people that got hurt or died?
donations that would really help to families and the buildings. Just preying and hoping they get better . And to help out with anyone how lost someone or got hurt or just helping out!
How was the crash after it happened?
it was crazy and such a tragedy everyone was sad a worried and scared what if some bad happens again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
In your own words how do u explain what happened?
A horrible attack on are country and on are twin towers there was really strong smoke in the air and flaming fires. It was scary even watching it on the television it was just like boom and then boom!
What would happen if the twin Towers hadn't have happened?
A lot of people would still be alive and the Twin Towers would still be up but if it didn't have happened i would think something would have happened to are country.
That was the interview i have learned a lot! that would be scary if you or some you know was on the plane or in the towers. When the plane crashed my friend was suppose to go the plane but it was booked so she had to wait for the other plain. thanks for listening to my interview!
Sunday, November 8, 2009
The Air Force
What do you think it is like being in the Air Force? Well, my Grandpa knows and in this writing you will find out what his experience was in 1954. I asked him some questions and I am excited to share his answers with you.
I asked him what was it like to be in the Air Force? He said it was good to be able to serve our country.
Then he shared with me that his primary job was to make sure the motors were running properly in the ground vehicles.
Did you have a lot of friends there with you? Yes, some of my friends from school joined up with me too.
Where were you stationed? I was stationed at the Des Moines Airport. It was way different in 1954 than it is today.
Did you get to travel to any foreign countries? No, I didn't travel to any foreign countries but I got to go to Wyoming for a camp.
This is why I am proud of my Grandpa for serving our country.
Nick V.
I asked him what was it like to be in the Air Force? He said it was good to be able to serve our country.
Then he shared with me that his primary job was to make sure the motors were running properly in the ground vehicles.
Did you have a lot of friends there with you? Yes, some of my friends from school joined up with me too.
Where were you stationed? I was stationed at the Des Moines Airport. It was way different in 1954 than it is today.
Did you get to travel to any foreign countries? No, I didn't travel to any foreign countries but I got to go to Wyoming for a camp.
This is why I am proud of my Grandpa for serving our country.
Nick V.
Triumph vs. Tragedy
It was, and still is a tragedy that millions of people have died in wars. For example, World War II, and the Vietnam War. Many people have been wounded and needed medical attention from there war related injuries. We have won many of the wars that we have been involved in. In my interview you will be encountering triumphs and tragedies, up and downs, and the good and bad of these wars.
How old were Butch/Buss?
Butch-19 Buss-30
Where they wounded in these Wars?
Butch- Yes. He was hiding behind a haystack and the competition shot him.
Buss- Yes. He was driving a tank and the Germans blew the tank up. He had severe burns all over his body.
How did you feel when they started the war?
I felt terrible and angry because I didn't want them to have to go to war.
What kinds of weapons did they use?
They used guns, knives, and machetes. I had to ship the machetes to Butch because the government didn't have enough for him to use.
What did they wear?
Army gear with no padding to protect them.
Did they have a choice to be in the war?
No, because the government sent out letters saying they had to go.(Which is called being drafted)
How long were they in the war?
Buss- 3 years. He was spent 17 months in prison camp.
Butch- 2 years. He was not in the prison camp like his dad was.
What kind of work did they do?
Butch- Sergeant
Buss- Staff Sergeant
Did they get any awards?
Buss- Purple Heart
Butch- Medals but I don't remember what they were for.
Were they paid a compensation or a pension?
No. Neither of them.
What did they eat?
Buss- In prison camp they ate potato peelings. They hardly had anything to eat.
Butch- Dried fruit so it doesn't spoil.
Where did they sleep?
Anywhere on the ground or on ships.
Did they get sick?
Butch- Yes really bad and the "Hospital" was bombed.
Buss- If Buss got hurt he mended himself.
How could they communicate?
By mail, except when Buss was in the prison camp. Some of the mail was withheld from the prisoners.
I have learned so much about these wars. Bess gave me very good facts that left me in shock and awe. I really wasn't so interested in the wars, but I am glad that I got to hear Bess, Butches, and Buss's war time adventures. (Bess is my moms friend.)
Aly M.
How old were Butch/Buss?
Butch-19 Buss-30
Where they wounded in these Wars?
Butch- Yes. He was hiding behind a haystack and the competition shot him.
Buss- Yes. He was driving a tank and the Germans blew the tank up. He had severe burns all over his body.
How did you feel when they started the war?
I felt terrible and angry because I didn't want them to have to go to war.
What kinds of weapons did they use?
They used guns, knives, and machetes. I had to ship the machetes to Butch because the government didn't have enough for him to use.
What did they wear?
Army gear with no padding to protect them.
Did they have a choice to be in the war?
No, because the government sent out letters saying they had to go.(Which is called being drafted)
How long were they in the war?
Buss- 3 years. He was spent 17 months in prison camp.
Butch- 2 years. He was not in the prison camp like his dad was.
What kind of work did they do?
Butch- Sergeant
Buss- Staff Sergeant
Did they get any awards?
Buss- Purple Heart
Butch- Medals but I don't remember what they were for.
Were they paid a compensation or a pension?
No. Neither of them.
What did they eat?
Buss- In prison camp they ate potato peelings. They hardly had anything to eat.
Butch- Dried fruit so it doesn't spoil.
Where did they sleep?
Anywhere on the ground or on ships.
Did they get sick?
Butch- Yes really bad and the "Hospital" was bombed.
Buss- If Buss got hurt he mended himself.
How could they communicate?
By mail, except when Buss was in the prison camp. Some of the mail was withheld from the prisoners.
I have learned so much about these wars. Bess gave me very good facts that left me in shock and awe. I really wasn't so interested in the wars, but I am glad that I got to hear Bess, Butches, and Buss's war time adventures. (Bess is my moms friend.)
Aly M.
The Water's Rising!!!
The thunder's crackling, the sky's roaring, the people are screaming, you could hear the rustle of clothing being packed, you can see the people yearning for water....... this all accured in The Flood of '93.
1. How did you react when you figured it out?
- I went to the store and frantically bought as much drinking water and food that could be prepared as quickly as possible.
2. What was important about how you reacted?
-I stayed very calm, also I worked at a grocery store so he got his drinking water and food before anyone had the chance to.
3. Did you make the right decision?
-Yes.
4. Did you have to move to any temporary shelter's?
-No.
5. What was the scariest part about the flood?
-I didn't know how long it would last.
6. How many day's did it last?
-A couple day's.
7. Was it a bad or a good experience?
-it was a different experience, it was good cause it taught him good self control with food and water, and the bad experience was that there was no running water and the electricity was off for a couple of days.
8. Do you if any body died?
-I'm not sure how many died.
9. What was the best part about the flood?
- there was no best part.
10. How bad was the damage?
- millions and millions of acres of damage.
11. How long did it take to fix?
-it took a looong time.
12. Was it ever completely restored?
- yes
13. where did you live after the flood?
- in the same place.
14. How did you remember what has happened on that day?
- It was a very easly remembered day, and the news was talking about it non-stop.
15. What was the first thing that happened in the flood?
- Des Moines water works flooded so that the water was un-drinkable, so the national gaurd shipped water into Iowa.
Me and my dad have learned alot about this dangerous and rememberal day that my dad has survived, and most of all Iv'e learned about what that very breath taking day was about. Thank you dad for spending time to answer these important questions so people like me can learn about The Flood of 93'.
-Sidney W.
1. How did you react when you figured it out?
- I went to the store and frantically bought as much drinking water and food that could be prepared as quickly as possible.
2. What was important about how you reacted?
-I stayed very calm, also I worked at a grocery store so he got his drinking water and food before anyone had the chance to.
3. Did you make the right decision?
-Yes.
4. Did you have to move to any temporary shelter's?
-No.
5. What was the scariest part about the flood?
-I didn't know how long it would last.
6. How many day's did it last?
-A couple day's.
7. Was it a bad or a good experience?
-it was a different experience, it was good cause it taught him good self control with food and water, and the bad experience was that there was no running water and the electricity was off for a couple of days.
8. Do you if any body died?
-I'm not sure how many died.
9. What was the best part about the flood?
- there was no best part.
10. How bad was the damage?
- millions and millions of acres of damage.
11. How long did it take to fix?
-it took a looong time.
12. Was it ever completely restored?
- yes
13. where did you live after the flood?
- in the same place.
14. How did you remember what has happened on that day?
- It was a very easly remembered day, and the news was talking about it non-stop.
15. What was the first thing that happened in the flood?
- Des Moines water works flooded so that the water was un-drinkable, so the national gaurd shipped water into Iowa.
Me and my dad have learned alot about this dangerous and rememberal day that my dad has survived, and most of all Iv'e learned about what that very breath taking day was about. Thank you dad for spending time to answer these important questions so people like me can learn about The Flood of 93'.
-Sidney W.
Falling Down
One air plane changed everything and crashed into one of the Twin Towers. Bringing flam's, smoke, damage and tears. Then just like the first, out of no where another plane crashed into the second Twin Tower. people were shocked and horrified. This is the horrific day of 9/11.
Answer: My feelings were shock, I couldn't believe that it had happened, and I wanted my family to be around me.
Question 1:
What were your feelings when 9/11 happened?Answer: My feelings were shock, I couldn't believe that it had happened, and I wanted my family to be around me.
Question 2:
What were you doing at the time?
Answer: I was on the porch talking to my neighbors.
Question 3:
How old were you?
Answer: I was about 41.
Question 4:
Did you know anyone affected by 9/11?
Answer: No I did not.
Question 5:
What were your families reactions?
Answer: My husbands was the same as mine and my children were to young.
Question 6:
If you were sad, how long were you sad?
Answer: Yes I was, and I'm still sad about it to this day.
Question 7:
How did you hear about it?
Answer: My husband called and told me to turn on the T.V.
During my interview learned even more about 9/11 and how people felt when it happened. My point of view has changed, because I learned more about 9/11. Because I was young when it happened, I didn't know much other than 2 air planes crashed into the Twin Towers on purpose. I enjoyed hearing my moms point of view on 9/11.
Grace M.
The Horrible Day
9/11
9/11 was a day when 2 planes crashed into the Twin Towers. One plane ran into the Pentagon. One plane missed the White House. It didn't take long for us to realize it was an accident. It was a horrible day that the world will never forget.
Question
When did you first hear about 9/11.
answer
"I was in my car going to Chicago. I was listening to my radio and I herd a plane hit a tower."
Question
What were you feeling after the 4 planes crashed.
answer
"I was scared. I thought that they could have put bombs in city's. No one knew what was going to happen next."
Question
Did you feel like you were safe where you were and why.
answer
"I thought I was safe because I didn't think they would bomb Iowa."
Question
Did you end up watching it on t.v.
answer
"Yes I pulled off the highway to a Hy-vee. I knew that the Hy-vee had a t.v.There were about 50 people watching it there also."
Question
What did you remember the most.
answer
"I remember on the radio I was listening to sports. It said to switch to a news channel. I did and they were saying all planes most land because of the plane crashes."
Question
What would you have done if you were on one of the planes.
answer
"I would have done what the people did on the White House plane. I would try to land it but at least dodge the thing they were trying to hit."
Question
What was it like the day after 9/11.
answer
"It felt like a dream like it never happened. I was just so shocked."
After I interviewed my dad. I always think of 9/11 as one of the worst day's ever. Everyone is still recovering from the horrible day. I hope it will never happen again.
Baby Trouble
I'm interviewing my mom on the most tragic event in here life. She had given birth to me about 18 months ago. And then my mom became pregnant again with my sister Shelby, then there was trouble.
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Question: Have you had trouble giving birth?
Answer : Yes. It was terribale. I was so scared, I cried all the time. I was only about 4 months pregnant when the problems started.
Question: So were any problems going on?
Answer: Yes. I would bleed when I went to the bathroom.
Question: Why were you bleeding?
Answer: I had a blood clot in my stomach. Your sister would have died if the blood clot wouldn't have held her to a thing in my stomach.
Question: Is there anything else you would like to tell me?
Answer: Well I couldn't stand I couldn't drive. I had to be wheeled around in a wheel chair.
Question: Did any one help you?
Answer: Well your grandma had to drive me around and take care of you since your dad was at work.
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Well I didn't know much about this event until I interviewed mt mom a few days ago
Aaron S
my uncel's navy days
This interview is about when my uncle was in the navy.
1) What did your daily routine look like?
I would get up at 6:30, at work at 7:00 worked 12-14 hours a day
2)Would you like your boys to join the navy?
yes
4)What did you do with your time of the boat?
I went shopping and hung out with friends.
5)How old where you when you joined?
20
6) What was your job on deck?
Fixing pilots complaints.
7) Did you have to where an uniform?
Yes
8) Why did you join the Navy?
You get to get to see the world.
9) What ocean where you in.
Indian and Pacific
10)How many people where on the ship?
About 35,000
11) What cities did you port in?
Hong Kong and Japan...
12) What was you favorite port?
Australia
13) What was you favorite food on the ship?
Steak and crab legs every Friday night.
14)Did any one fall over board? If so who?
Yes, Didn't know his name
15)Did you throw up?
No!!
Cody m.
1) What did your daily routine look like?
I would get up at 6:30, at work at 7:00 worked 12-14 hours a day
2)Would you like your boys to join the navy?
yes
4)What did you do with your time of the boat?
I went shopping and hung out with friends.
5)How old where you when you joined?
20
6) What was your job on deck?
Fixing pilots complaints.
7) Did you have to where an uniform?
Yes
8) Why did you join the Navy?
You get to get to see the world.
9) What ocean where you in.
Indian and Pacific
10)How many people where on the ship?
About 35,000
11) What cities did you port in?
Hong Kong and Japan...
12) What was you favorite port?
Australia
13) What was you favorite food on the ship?
Steak and crab legs every Friday night.
14)Did any one fall over board? If so who?
Yes, Didn't know his name
15)Did you throw up?
No!!
Cody m.
scream
Boom! Sclereaming, crying, terror. The town of Oklahoma city was horrified .it was the Oklahoma bombing that set this off.
What were you doing this happened?
I was work in Des Moines and I heard about it on the news, I was so shocked that, that had happened.
What kind of person was he?
He was probably a bad man because he liked doing it. He had to have been rather crazy. He probably did it because he did not like the government and he enjoyed it.
What kind of family did he have?
He probably did not have a very good family, meaning that he could have killed a lot of people.
What kind of bombing was this?
In the Oklahoma bombing of April 1995, 168 bodies were found, the Unabomber it was.
What was something’s about him?
His name was Timothy Micveu. He was in his Twenties, he grew up in Pendleton, NY. His job was a soldier.
The bombing was horriable. The worst part was that at the bottom of the building was a day care full of children that died in the bombing. We won’t forget.
Cassi T
What were you doing this happened?
I was work in Des Moines and I heard about it on the news, I was so shocked that, that had happened.
What kind of person was he?
He was probably a bad man because he liked doing it. He had to have been rather crazy. He probably did it because he did not like the government and he enjoyed it.
What kind of family did he have?
He probably did not have a very good family, meaning that he could have killed a lot of people.
What kind of bombing was this?
In the Oklahoma bombing of April 1995, 168 bodies were found, the Unabomber it was.
What was something’s about him?
His name was Timothy Micveu. He was in his Twenties, he grew up in Pendleton, NY. His job was a soldier.
The bombing was horriable. The worst part was that at the bottom of the building was a day care full of children that died in the bombing. We won’t forget.
Cassi T
The Collapsed Interveiw
A bridge collapse that cause many injuries
and some deaths. A collapse that made peoples lives harder.
This is about the Minnesota bridge collapse in 2007.
Question #1: When did the bridge collapse?
Answer: "The bridge collapsed on August 1st, 2007."
Question #2: How old was the bridge?
Answer: "The bridge was around 40 years old."
Question #3: If the bridge was not very old, why did it collapse?
Answer: "It collapsed because of a design flaw."
Question #3: Where were you when you found out about the collapse?
Answer: "I was at my parents house in Minnesota."
Question #5: ow did you and other people react when you found out and why?
Answer: "Well my family and friends reacted the same way as me, we were all in disbelief, shocked, and kind of sad. The reason was it was just such a horrible accident, nothing like that had happened in Minnesota that I know of. Other peoples reactions depended on how they were affected. Like people who were killed because the lost their lives and their relatives were affected because they had to live without that person. Also some people had to find alternative routes to work."
Question #6: Why do you think the bridge collapsing was such a big deal?
Answer: "It was one of the main bridges in Minnesota and it was the 5th busiest bridge in Minnesota. 140,000 vehicles used it daily. Also 145 people were injured and 13 people were killed. One of the biggest reasons that it was a big deal was nothing had happened like that in Minnesota that I knew of like I said before."
As I interview my mom I learned that it was
more than just a bridge that collapsed like I thought
before. Even though I didn't know anyone
on the bridge that got hurt or killed it is still a very
tragic thing. The bridge collapse is something I will always remember.
Stephanie K.
Levees & Sandbags
The Flood of 93' in the Midwest was one of the most devastating and costly floods ever. I will be focusing in on what happened in Des Moines, Iowa. Here is an interview of my parents about this happening.
How high did the water in rivers reach?
I don't know exactly but it was enough to go over the spillway at Saylorville Lake. I know that a lot of places on bigger rivers than the Des Moines River had worse flooding than us.
Did you lose water and electricity during the flood?
We lost water for about ten days and we didn't lose electricity. West Des Moines didn't lose water because their treatment center didn't flood so I remember us being in West Des Moines a lot with relatives and eating our suppers at Hyvee.
Were there any food banks and shelters open for people with destroyed homes?
I bet that there were more than usual open. The one that I remember is that Camp Dodge opened for shower facilities.
What was destroyed during this flood?
Principal Park was all flooded except for the pitchers mound. Valley Junction also flooded because there were no levees or floodgates.
Did any companies step up and provide any services?
After people had realized that we had no water they were bringing in tanker trucks full of water and they would all leave empty. Annheiser Busch in Missouri started bottling water in their cans instead of alchohol. Some work places also relaxed their dresscode because people couldn't get some of their clothes clean.
What was the worst part of this flood?
The worst part for us was not being able to flush a toilet or wash your hands or cook.(not bad in this case) It was just very strange that nothing really worked.
I have concluded that we were very lucky to not have anything destroyed in Waukee and I'm glad that most of Des Moines has recovered. I would not have survived in the conditions that some people had to. My perspective did not change too much because I had heard all of my Mom's stories about this topic before. That is what made me choose this as a topic because I've heard stories but now I have more primary sources.
Ian C.
How high did the water in rivers reach?
I don't know exactly but it was enough to go over the spillway at Saylorville Lake. I know that a lot of places on bigger rivers than the Des Moines River had worse flooding than us.
Did you lose water and electricity during the flood?
We lost water for about ten days and we didn't lose electricity. West Des Moines didn't lose water because their treatment center didn't flood so I remember us being in West Des Moines a lot with relatives and eating our suppers at Hyvee.
Were there any food banks and shelters open for people with destroyed homes?
I bet that there were more than usual open. The one that I remember is that Camp Dodge opened for shower facilities.
What was destroyed during this flood?
Principal Park was all flooded except for the pitchers mound. Valley Junction also flooded because there were no levees or floodgates.
Did any companies step up and provide any services?
After people had realized that we had no water they were bringing in tanker trucks full of water and they would all leave empty. Annheiser Busch in Missouri started bottling water in their cans instead of alchohol. Some work places also relaxed their dresscode because people couldn't get some of their clothes clean.
What was the worst part of this flood?
The worst part for us was not being able to flush a toilet or wash your hands or cook.(not bad in this case) It was just very strange that nothing really worked.
I have concluded that we were very lucky to not have anything destroyed in Waukee and I'm glad that most of Des Moines has recovered. I would not have survived in the conditions that some people had to. My perspective did not change too much because I had heard all of my Mom's stories about this topic before. That is what made me choose this as a topic because I've heard stories but now I have more primary sources.
Ian C.
The Tragic Day
It was the most tragic day according to my dad who I interviewed. He remembers big explosions, thousands of deaths and the feeling of panic and fear. It was Sept. 11th 2001.
Question 1: “Tell me about your morning on September 11th 2001.”
Answer: “The morning was just like any other morning. I ate breakfast, and read the paper.”
Question 2: “Where were you at the time you heard about the first plane crashing into 1 of the Twin Towers?”
Answer: “I was on the way to work and I heard it on the radio. It just sounded like it was an airplane accident. But the broadcasters were describing horrible tragic deaths.”
Question 3: “How did you react?”
Answer: “I was very surprised and puzzled. I thought it was odd that a commercial airline would make such a mistake. I wondered what could have gone wrong for a plane to crash into one of the towers.”
Question 4: “How did everyone around you react?”
Answer: “Well, when I got to work I remembered a co-worker had returned a small TV he had borrowed from me. So we all gathered around and watched TV. We then watched the 2nd plane collide with the other tower. We watched in horror as people were jumping out of windows to their death. I can only imagine what was going through their minds.”
Question 5: “Were you scared?”
Answer: “A little scared.”
Question 6: “Had anything like this ever happened before?”
Answer: “No not in the US. It’s easy to take for granted how safe it is to live in the US.”
Question 7: “ Did the tragedy change your daily routine, and how?”
Answer: “A little bit. On the radio, TV and papers the tragedy of 9/11 was a major headline for weeks and even months.”
Question 8: “Did it have any effect on your business, if so was it good or bad?”
Question 1: “Tell me about your morning on September 11th 2001.”
Answer: “The morning was just like any other morning. I ate breakfast, and read the paper.”
Question 2: “Where were you at the time you heard about the first plane crashing into 1 of the Twin Towers?”
Answer: “I was on the way to work and I heard it on the radio. It just sounded like it was an airplane accident. But the broadcasters were describing horrible tragic deaths.”
Question 3: “How did you react?”
Answer: “I was very surprised and puzzled. I thought it was odd that a commercial airline would make such a mistake. I wondered what could have gone wrong for a plane to crash into one of the towers.”
Question 4: “How did everyone around you react?”
Answer: “Well, when I got to work I remembered a co-worker had returned a small TV he had borrowed from me. So we all gathered around and watched TV. We then watched the 2nd plane collide with the other tower. We watched in horror as people were jumping out of windows to their death. I can only imagine what was going through their minds.”
Question 5: “Were you scared?”
Answer: “A little scared.”
Question 6: “Had anything like this ever happened before?”
Answer: “No not in the US. It’s easy to take for granted how safe it is to live in the US.”
Question 7: “ Did the tragedy change your daily routine, and how?”
Answer: “A little bit. On the radio, TV and papers the tragedy of 9/11 was a major headline for weeks and even months.”
Question 8: “Did it have any effect on your business, if so was it good or bad?”
Answer: “Yes, it was good and bad, because I’m in a mortgage business, when stock market crashed it helped lower mortgage rates. For a couple days after 9/11 the banking system pretty much shut down.”
Question 9: “Where was your family at the time?”
Answer: “My daughter was at preschool. And my wife and son were at home.”
Question 10: “What changed in your life after 9/11?”
Answer: “I think the fear of terrorism became some what common to the general public. The government talked about terrorism much more than before.”
Question 11: “ What made this event so important?”
Answer: “It was the first major terrorist attack on US soil. The Twin Towers were somewhat of an icon for US Capitalism. The Taliban were strongly opposed to Western influences.”
Question 12: “Are there any other US events you could relate this to?”
Answer: “Maybe the Oklahoma bombing.”
I was only 3 when 9/11 happened, so I don’t remember anything about it. After talking to my dad I learned that it was one of the most important events in US history. It was a tragic event and led us into war.
Noah T
Thundering Fall
Loud crowds and people young to old gather at the wall, The Berlin Wall. The government is now weak. One day, the wall was under strong surveillance, the next day, none---triggering a thundering fall of the East German government.
Question #1: So Dad, where were you when the wall fell?
Answer: “I was in my junior year at Iowa State University watching T.V. in a student lounge.”
Question #2: How did you feel when the wall started to fall? Why did you feel that way?
Answer: “I was shocked and I didn’t think it would ever happen because the division had been there so long. It didn’t seem possible for it to go away any time soon.”
Question #3: Why was the wall so important to you?
Answer: “Because I had visited the wall in the summer of 1987, and I went to Check Point Charley and watched others cross the border into East Berlin.”
Question #4: What did you do after you heard about the fall of the wall?
Answer: “I watched T.V. well into the morning."
Question #5: Do you know anybody that was affected by the fall? If so, how were they affected by the fall?
Answer: “I did not personally know anyone directly affected by the wall. Indirectly, I’m sure my German brother who was in the West German Military at the time saw reduced tension on the East and West German border.”
Question #6: Do you think it was dangerous for the Germans?
Answer: “Potentially. The risk was in what the Soviet Union would do in response. East Germany was a puppet state and it ran the risk of provoking the Soviet Union to send troops to stop the fall of the wall.”
Question #7: I hear it was on your birthday when it fell. How were you celebrating your birthday?
Answer: “I was watching T.V. on November 9, my 22nd birthday.”
Question #8: Why T.V.?
Answer: “It was before the internet and every major news channel was covering this event live.”
Question #9: Did you want to be there at the moment?
Answer: “Yes, it would have been a chance to be part of a Where Were You When... moment.”
Question #10: Do you have any thing else to add?
Answer: When I was in Berlin, Check Point Charley was the main U.S. border crossing into East Berlin. Every afternoon, an East German armed personnel carrier would drive to the West Berlin side of the border and the solders would sit on the car and smoke. Why? Because they could.
My prospective changed because I never knew there was so much involved in this event. At first, I thought that someone hit the wall with a wrecking ball. I now know that the East German government collapsed.
Question #1: So Dad, where were you when the wall fell?
Answer: “I was in my junior year at Iowa State University watching T.V. in a student lounge.”
Question #2: How did you feel when the wall started to fall? Why did you feel that way?
Answer: “I was shocked and I didn’t think it would ever happen because the division had been there so long. It didn’t seem possible for it to go away any time soon.”
Question #3: Why was the wall so important to you?
Answer: “Because I had visited the wall in the summer of 1987, and I went to Check Point Charley and watched others cross the border into East Berlin.”
Question #4: What did you do after you heard about the fall of the wall?
Answer: “I watched T.V. well into the morning."
Question #5: Do you know anybody that was affected by the fall? If so, how were they affected by the fall?
Answer: “I did not personally know anyone directly affected by the wall. Indirectly, I’m sure my German brother who was in the West German Military at the time saw reduced tension on the East and West German border.”
Question #6: Do you think it was dangerous for the Germans?
Answer: “Potentially. The risk was in what the Soviet Union would do in response. East Germany was a puppet state and it ran the risk of provoking the Soviet Union to send troops to stop the fall of the wall.”
Question #7: I hear it was on your birthday when it fell. How were you celebrating your birthday?
Answer: “I was watching T.V. on November 9, my 22nd birthday.”
Question #8: Why T.V.?
Answer: “It was before the internet and every major news channel was covering this event live.”
Question #9: Did you want to be there at the moment?
Answer: “Yes, it would have been a chance to be part of a Where Were You When... moment.”
Question #10: Do you have any thing else to add?
Answer: When I was in Berlin, Check Point Charley was the main U.S. border crossing into East Berlin. Every afternoon, an East German armed personnel carrier would drive to the West Berlin side of the border and the solders would sit on the car and smoke. Why? Because they could.
My prospective changed because I never knew there was so much involved in this event. At first, I thought that someone hit the wall with a wrecking ball. I now know that the East German government collapsed.
A VETERAN FROM WWII
It was the year 1943 when my Grandpa enlisted in the War (World War II). This war was a very deadly war. I didn't know that much about it until we got our assignment and I then decided to learn more about it. This is how the Interview went.
Question: How long did you fight in the war?
Answer: "I fought for about 2 1/2 -3 years in the Navy."
Question: How come you wanted to be a Navy man?
Answer: "I really didn't want to but it was the war. I decided to serve my country as a Navy man."
Question: What did you do during the War on the ship?
Answer: "We would go on watch for 4 hours then take a break for 8 hours. That's pretty much all we did."
Question: What was it like in the war?
Answer: "Bombing all over. I was home sick, and sometimes it was boring."
Question: Were you ever scared that you might die?
Answer: "Yes, very, very scared."
Question: What was it like being on the water a lot?
Answer: "Weird at first,but got used to it. It was also boring."
Question: Where did you sleep on the ship?
Answer: "In the back of the ship, in a bunk that was 2 people high."
Question: Did everyone smoke from a pipe?
Answer: "No, but 3/4 of the men did."
Question: Is there anything else you would like to say?
Answer:"Yes,"
"We never bombed anyone."
"My ship was mostly supplies."
"Great big wheels were used to turn ship."
"The supplies we brought were ammunition and other supplies used in the war."
" I could see bombing 1 1/2 miles away."
My Grandpa was on the LST572 which was an amphibious landing craft. I will never forget this interview. I thank my grandpa for letting me interview him and I learned a lot from this interview.
David W.
Question: How long did you fight in the war?
Answer: "I fought for about 2 1/2 -3 years in the Navy."
Question: How come you wanted to be a Navy man?
Answer: "I really didn't want to but it was the war. I decided to serve my country as a Navy man."
Question: What did you do during the War on the ship?
Answer: "We would go on watch for 4 hours then take a break for 8 hours. That's pretty much all we did."
Question: What was it like in the war?
Answer: "Bombing all over. I was home sick, and sometimes it was boring."
Question: Were you ever scared that you might die?
Answer: "Yes, very, very scared."
Question: What was it like being on the water a lot?
Answer: "Weird at first,but got used to it. It was also boring."
Question: Where did you sleep on the ship?
Answer: "In the back of the ship, in a bunk that was 2 people high."
Question: Did everyone smoke from a pipe?
Answer: "No, but 3/4 of the men did."
Question: Is there anything else you would like to say?
Answer:"Yes,"
"We never bombed anyone."
"My ship was mostly supplies."
"Great big wheels were used to turn ship."
"The supplies we brought were ammunition and other supplies used in the war."
" I could see bombing 1 1/2 miles away."
My Grandpa was on the LST572 which was an amphibious landing craft. I will never forget this interview. I thank my grandpa for letting me interview him and I learned a lot from this interview.
David W.
A day of tragedy
Have you ever lost a love one,a person who was always there for you.That is how my dad felt after his dad died and these are the questions I asked him.
Question 1 Where were you at the time your father died?Answer 1 Chicago International Airport.
Question 2 What day was it?Answer 2 November ,26 2006.
Question 3 How did you feel?Answer 3 very sad.
Question 4 Where did you go after you got to the airport?Answer 4 home.
Question 5 How did your family react to this?Answer 5 very strongly.
Question 6 Was your father buried?Answer 6 no his ashes were speared all over giants stadium.
Question 7 Did you feel very depressed after he died?Answer 7 yes.
Question 8 How did he die?Answer 8 of a heart attack.
Question 9 Where did you have your funereal?Answer 9 outside our house.
Question 10 Where is your house?Answer 10 Syracuse, New York.
Question 11 where did he die?Answer 11 on a subway.
Now you understand it is hard losing a love one and that is how my dad felt on the day of November 26, 2006.
Question 1 Where were you at the time your father died?Answer 1 Chicago International Airport.
Question 2 What day was it?Answer 2 November ,26 2006.
Question 3 How did you feel?Answer 3 very sad.
Question 4 Where did you go after you got to the airport?Answer 4 home.
Question 5 How did your family react to this?Answer 5 very strongly.
Question 6 Was your father buried?Answer 6 no his ashes were speared all over giants stadium.
Question 7 Did you feel very depressed after he died?Answer 7 yes.
Question 8 How did he die?Answer 8 of a heart attack.
Question 9 Where did you have your funereal?Answer 9 outside our house.
Question 10 Where is your house?Answer 10 Syracuse, New York.
Question 11 where did he die?Answer 11 on a subway.
Now you understand it is hard losing a love one and that is how my dad felt on the day of November 26, 2006.
Hard Decisions
Hard, hard decisions. For voting for a president you all know people might think it is hard. In this interview will be talking about voting for a president.
1. So I heard you vote for presidents?
Yes, I do vote for presidents.
2. How long have you been voting for?
I've been voting for half of my life.
3. Who was the first president you voted for?
George Bush Senior
4. Who did you vote for, Obama or McCain?
I voted for John McCain
5. What do you feel / think when you vote?
I feel that I'm proud to do my civic duty.
6. How do you know which one is better?
By watching the debates and what they say.
7. When the president becomes a real president, do you think you he acted the same with the debates?
Yes, I do think he acted the same way.
8. When presidents become / win the election, do you wish you would of picked the other person?why?
No, I don't wish I voted for the other person. I only vote once.
9. Where did you vote?
Waukee, Iowa
10. Would you like to become president some day?
No, it would be to stressful.
To me it doesn't sound hard at all. All I have to do is watch TV so I know which one is the best!
~Jenna K.~
1. So I heard you vote for presidents?
Yes, I do vote for presidents.
2. How long have you been voting for?
I've been voting for half of my life.
3. Who was the first president you voted for?
George Bush Senior
4. Who did you vote for, Obama or McCain?
I voted for John McCain
5. What do you feel / think when you vote?
I feel that I'm proud to do my civic duty.
6. How do you know which one is better?
By watching the debates and what they say.
7. When the president becomes a real president, do you think you he acted the same with the debates?
Yes, I do think he acted the same way.
8. When presidents become / win the election, do you wish you would of picked the other person?why?
No, I don't wish I voted for the other person. I only vote once.
9. Where did you vote?
Waukee, Iowa
10. Would you like to become president some day?
No, it would be to stressful.
To me it doesn't sound hard at all. All I have to do is watch TV so I know which one is the best!
~Jenna K.~
1 Tragedy and 1 Great Sucess
The first rocket launch was a big deal. As the Apollo 11 astronauts were in the rocket, they got ready to launch at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, USA. My grandma, Dorothy Smith, was at home ready to watch the launch on T.V. on July 16, 1969, with her family.
What part do you remember the best and what was your favorite part?
For me, the lift-off as both. It's the adrenaline and anticipation that catches you as they go into the stars. I think you could ask anyone who experienced the launch and they would say the same thing.
Could your mind feel the heat like you were there in person?
Yes, in a way. It is tough to feel the heat actually, but in my mind I was burning up in a way. It may have been the intensity and pressure, but anyway this is a historical landmark in US and World history. It was just astonishing the way it was.
Was it among the top 5 moments in your life?
Yes, ranking 5th. It was just such a big deal and a landmark for the USA.
When the challenger exploded if you were an employee who had communication with them when it went off course, what would you have said to the astronauts inside the Challenger?
I would have been stunned and confused. Also time goes way too fast so you really can't say anything.
What would you have said to the media about the Challenger as CEO of NASA?
I would have said, "We are proud of those brave astronauts. They gave us the warning to check everything more cautiously. This was a great learning experience and also a tragedy.
Thank you, Challengers."
Going to any launch would be fun. How would you describe going to one?
Well, first off it would be loud and very warm. The ground may shake also. Adrenaline levels would be very high. It would be fun, and I would consider going to one.
This was my interview with my grandma, Dorothy Smith. My prospective of rocket launches was that it was one of the coolest things ever because the flames and heat are so extraordinary. That never changed throughout the interview. My grandma also taught me how important astronauts are to the world. I had a lot of fun doing this interview and my grandma was glad to help out. Thanks Grandma!
Ty S.
What part do you remember the best and what was your favorite part?
For me, the lift-off as both. It's the adrenaline and anticipation that catches you as they go into the stars. I think you could ask anyone who experienced the launch and they would say the same thing.
Could your mind feel the heat like you were there in person?
Yes, in a way. It is tough to feel the heat actually, but in my mind I was burning up in a way. It may have been the intensity and pressure, but anyway this is a historical landmark in US and World history. It was just astonishing the way it was.
Was it among the top 5 moments in your life?
Yes, ranking 5th. It was just such a big deal and a landmark for the USA.
When the challenger exploded if you were an employee who had communication with them when it went off course, what would you have said to the astronauts inside the Challenger?
I would have been stunned and confused. Also time goes way too fast so you really can't say anything.
What would you have said to the media about the Challenger as CEO of NASA?
I would have said, "We are proud of those brave astronauts. They gave us the warning to check everything more cautiously. This was a great learning experience and also a tragedy.
Thank you, Challengers."
Going to any launch would be fun. How would you describe going to one?
Well, first off it would be loud and very warm. The ground may shake also. Adrenaline levels would be very high. It would be fun, and I would consider going to one.
This was my interview with my grandma, Dorothy Smith. My prospective of rocket launches was that it was one of the coolest things ever because the flames and heat are so extraordinary. That never changed throughout the interview. My grandma also taught me how important astronauts are to the world. I had a lot of fun doing this interview and my grandma was glad to help out. Thanks Grandma!
Ty S.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Rain, Rain, Go Away
Businesses, homes, farming, and dreams were all destroyed by the devastating floods of 1993. The floods of 1993 were so horrible that researchers say that another flood like this won't happen for another 500 years. My mom was living in Des Moines that summer and shared her experience with me.
Interviewer: Mason S.
Interviewee: Dawn (mom)
Can you describe the scenery?
Most of the roads we regularly traveled on were closed due to the flooding, so traffic was very heavy every time you would try to go somewhere. Sandbags were surrounding the area on Fleur Drive in Des Moines, to try to protect the Water Plant. Portable toilets were set up around town; trucks came in that people could shower in and the lines for both were very long. Neighbors would catch rain water in their garbage cans to use to flush their toilets in their homes. The home I was staying in had no running water and with in walking distances we could see flooded streets.
Can you describe your reaction to the flood?
Surprise! I was on vacation in another state that was not affected by the flooding and I had not been reading newspapers or listening to the news. While driving home on Interstate 80W, I did notice a lot of farms that were flooded and then as I approached the Des Moines area, there were signs about road closings and then I saw the National Guard and I couldn't get through to my home! I came back to Des Moines to go back to work but everything in Des Moines was shut down, so I was disappointed I was back - with nothing to do and no water in my home!
How did this make you feel?
I felt so fortunate that my family and I did not lose our home and we still had our health. I felt very sad for those people who lost their businesses and/or homes. I went one day to help sandbag near the water plant because I felt like I needed to help in some small way at least.
Can you describe how severe the flood was?
It was a major disaster. It was on National news. It was in the Des Moines Register every day for weeks and weeks. Everyone has a story about surviving the floods of '93. It affected so many people in so many different ways. It was also severe enough to have the current President, President Clinton, make a visit to Des Moines. He assisted with some sandbagging for a little bit on Fleur Drive. I was able to squeeze my arm through the crowd and he shook my hand! On a rank from one to ten, I would say it had to be a ten in severity.
In conclusion, the Flood of 1993 was so severe that people who experienced it are unlikely to ever forget the details. It made National news and affected the farm land, businesses, homes, and people's lives. I learned a lot about this flood while interviewing my mom, who experienced the flood first hand.
BY: MASON S.
Kidneys, Kidneys, Kidneys
In this story, you will read about my mother and her kidney faliure. Only one died so, technology she has one kidney working hard. How is she doing today??
Question 1: How were you feeling about the surgery?
Question 1: How were you feeling about the surgery?
Answer: I was nervous like any 9 year old.
Question 2: What was the scariest part of surgery?
Answer: To wake up finding tubes in my stomach.
Question 3: How did your siblings react when they saw you?
Answer 3: I don't know. They weren't allowed for safety reasons.
Question 4: What was the worst part of being in the hospital?
Answer 4: Not being able to get out of bed. I had to go to the restroom in a pan.
Question 5: How long were you in the hospital?
Answer: 2 weeks. Not getting up for 2 weeks is very hard.
Question 6: When you went home, what was it like?
Answer: It was difficult but got easier as I walked around.
Question 7: When you went to school, was it like?
Answer: It was very hard. I had a lot of homework.
Question 8: Did anyone tease you or fell sorry for you?
Answer: People felt sorry for a little while, and no one made fun of me.
Question 9: Do you want to add anything else?
Answer: I think I grew up quicker then any other 9 year old.
Now you know about kidney failure. It proves you can live with one kidney. My momis great and as healthy as ever. Thanks for reading my mom's story.
Sara L.
The Peoples Princess and the Queen of There Hearts
On this tragic day, a very wonderful princess had been killed. She was the Peoples Princess and the Queen of there Hearts. Her name was Princess Diana, she lived from 1961-1997. I will be interviewing my mom, Catie R.
So, what were you doing when she had been killed? Where were you? It was the night of my brothers rehearsal dinner, the night before the wedding. We were all seating on the couch just crying our eyes out. We heard about it in Des Moines.
Do you remember how she was killed? Please explain.
She was in a car actcident, her driver crashed into a gaurd rail. It happened because ther was a mobb of reporters and photographers were in the way and the car swerved to of control. They thought that the royal family payed the reporters to fallow her. The reseason they thought that because she didn't fallow the rules and she was very different from them, they didn't like her at all. This tragic thing happened in Praris, France. Her castle was in London, England.
Did she make a difference in the world and that she had been killed? How?
Yes, she was an inspearation to people because she was in a powerful pusishion and touched so many people. She cared, she felt there pain, and she was an amazing woman.
How old was she when she was killed?
She was in her midle 30's.
What important things did she do in her life time to help the world? Please explain.
She was a adocate for the world hungry with Mother Tresa. She went many places to comfort people with diseases or are starving. She would donate money to help them.
How old were you when she had been killed?
I was 34 years old at the time.
How did Diana become the princess of Wales? She was the 3rd daughter of Viscount Althorp and the 8th of Earl Spencer. They were equerry both to George VI and the Queen.
Why do you know her so well? Please explain.
Though the news, the newspaper,the telivision, friends, and books.
When did this tragic thing happen?
It happened on August, 31, 1997.
So, does she stand out from most princess? Why or why not?
Absolutly, because I believe she tried to make a difference in the world.
What was she like in real life?
She was increduably stunning and beautiful. She was tought to do everything that she was told so she was proper and she was very sweet to everybody. She was a great romodle as well.
Was she one of thoose people who loved everyone? Why or why not?
Yes, because she was a nature at being herself. She was great for just that, like some superstars they change themselves so people will like them.
Was she a fairytale princess like the one in the books?
Yes, because was royality, but it wasn't all fun in games. She had to do everything she was told, she wasn't even allowed to have fun. She devorced her husband, Prince Charles because of all the mean, nonsence they made her do.
Why is she so historical?
Because she made a difference in the world and her death was a terrible one. She was a great person inside and out.
Everyone is still recovering over a very beloved woman who will never be forgotten. I really enjoyed interviewing my my mom about Princess Diana. I changed my perspective about her, I thought before she was just an ordinary princess. But now I really realize how important she is. Thank you mom.
Maddie R.
So, what were you doing when she had been killed? Where were you? It was the night of my brothers rehearsal dinner, the night before the wedding. We were all seating on the couch just crying our eyes out. We heard about it in Des Moines.
Do you remember how she was killed? Please explain.
She was in a car actcident, her driver crashed into a gaurd rail. It happened because ther was a mobb of reporters and photographers were in the way and the car swerved to of control. They thought that the royal family payed the reporters to fallow her. The reseason they thought that because she didn't fallow the rules and she was very different from them, they didn't like her at all. This tragic thing happened in Praris, France. Her castle was in London, England.
Did she make a difference in the world and that she had been killed? How?
Yes, she was an inspearation to people because she was in a powerful pusishion and touched so many people. She cared, she felt there pain, and she was an amazing woman.
How old was she when she was killed?
She was in her midle 30's.
What important things did she do in her life time to help the world? Please explain.
She was a adocate for the world hungry with Mother Tresa. She went many places to comfort people with diseases or are starving. She would donate money to help them.
How old were you when she had been killed?
I was 34 years old at the time.
How did Diana become the princess of Wales? She was the 3rd daughter of Viscount Althorp and the 8th of Earl Spencer. They were equerry both to George VI and the Queen.
Why do you know her so well? Please explain.
Though the news, the newspaper,the telivision, friends, and books.
When did this tragic thing happen?
It happened on August, 31, 1997.
So, does she stand out from most princess? Why or why not?
Absolutly, because I believe she tried to make a difference in the world.
What was she like in real life?
She was increduably stunning and beautiful. She was tought to do everything that she was told so she was proper and she was very sweet to everybody. She was a great romodle as well.
Was she one of thoose people who loved everyone? Why or why not?
Yes, because she was a nature at being herself. She was great for just that, like some superstars they change themselves so people will like them.
Was she a fairytale princess like the one in the books?
Yes, because was royality, but it wasn't all fun in games. She had to do everything she was told, she wasn't even allowed to have fun. She devorced her husband, Prince Charles because of all the mean, nonsence they made her do.
Why is she so historical?
Because she made a difference in the world and her death was a terrible one. She was a great person inside and out.
Everyone is still recovering over a very beloved woman who will never be forgotten. I really enjoyed interviewing my my mom about Princess Diana. I changed my perspective about her, I thought before she was just an ordinary princess. But now I really realize how important she is. Thank you mom.
Maddie R.
A Little Piece of Living History
I really wanted to know what life was like almost 80 years ago. So I asked the oldest person I know- my full-blooded, Norwegian grandmother. It was so wonderful and amazing to find out about her history. I would have never thought to ask these questions if it hadn't been for this project.
From what country were you an immigrant? If so, did you dream of going to America?
No, I wasn't an immigrant. My Grandparents were though. They were from Norway. I bet my Grandfather did dream of going to America. He wanted to be a farmer, but there was very little good farming land in Norway.
What were you most fascinated by as a child?
Wow! So many choices! There was very little technology back then, so I guess I was amazed by reading.
Are there any truly memorable events that happened in your lifetime? Are there any big ones that haven't affected you?
Well, my mother died when I was only nine years old. Some other personal events that happened were that I had children and got grandchildren! My daughter and I also went back to Norway. Some events that haven't included me are wars, such as the 2nd world war, and the atom bomb too. We didn't really have segregation either. But we lived in an area for Norwegians, so there were hardly any, if not any colored people.
How did you react when President Kennedy was shot? What was the country like momentarily without a present?
I was in a state of shock, acting like, 'This could not happen!' The world kept going, though the entire nation was in shock too. The Vice President, Lindon Johnson, took control over the country in the role of the President.
Because you lived near Norman Borlaug and his family as a child, do you remember how they reacted when they heard what he did?
They were very surprised. Even Norman was! I heard from his sister that he was just out with his crops when his wife told him. Norman thought she was joking! His family was (and is!) probably very proud.
What is the thing you're most surprised that you've experienced?
Well, once there was a tornado next door. Their house was one of the few things left from the wreckage. My neighbor came to my door saying, "My farm blew away!"
What types of technology that you had when you were little and is still here today would you say has improved the most? Are you amazed at how fast technology has grown?
Absolutely! Way beyond what I can understand! When I was 18 years old we got electricity on our farm. My family and I had a few lights, a toaster, a refrigerator, and a wood-burning stove. Other than that we didn't have much technology. But electricity was very important.
Has you're life changed more or less than you thought it would over you're lifetime?
Well, I did expect a family, and better technology. But I wasn't smart enough to know that the things and events would be like they are. Everything has so far amazed me.
What would you say is human-kind's biggest accomplishment so far?
Probably the field of medicine. They have made many vaccines for diseases and other types of sickness. I just can't believe the break through of replacing hearts, bones, and many other body parts too! I am surprised at the other medicines of many kinds.
This interview was amazing in a lot of ways. We really take technology, electricity, and even indoor plumbing for granted! Now I realize that they didn't have as much technology as I thought they did. If I compared and 18 year old's life in 1948 to an 18 year old's life now, I can see how much harder life would be like to be an 18 year old back then! It was interesting to hear how different my Grandma's life was compared to mine. It helped me see how much has changed in just one lifetime.
Anna R.
From what country were you an immigrant? If so, did you dream of going to America?
No, I wasn't an immigrant. My Grandparents were though. They were from Norway. I bet my Grandfather did dream of going to America. He wanted to be a farmer, but there was very little good farming land in Norway.
What were you most fascinated by as a child?
Wow! So many choices! There was very little technology back then, so I guess I was amazed by reading.
Are there any truly memorable events that happened in your lifetime? Are there any big ones that haven't affected you?
Well, my mother died when I was only nine years old. Some other personal events that happened were that I had children and got grandchildren! My daughter and I also went back to Norway. Some events that haven't included me are wars, such as the 2nd world war, and the atom bomb too. We didn't really have segregation either. But we lived in an area for Norwegians, so there were hardly any, if not any colored people.
How did you react when President Kennedy was shot? What was the country like momentarily without a present?
I was in a state of shock, acting like, 'This could not happen!' The world kept going, though the entire nation was in shock too. The Vice President, Lindon Johnson, took control over the country in the role of the President.
Because you lived near Norman Borlaug and his family as a child, do you remember how they reacted when they heard what he did?
They were very surprised. Even Norman was! I heard from his sister that he was just out with his crops when his wife told him. Norman thought she was joking! His family was (and is!) probably very proud.
What is the thing you're most surprised that you've experienced?
Well, once there was a tornado next door. Their house was one of the few things left from the wreckage. My neighbor came to my door saying, "My farm blew away!"
What types of technology that you had when you were little and is still here today would you say has improved the most? Are you amazed at how fast technology has grown?
Absolutely! Way beyond what I can understand! When I was 18 years old we got electricity on our farm. My family and I had a few lights, a toaster, a refrigerator, and a wood-burning stove. Other than that we didn't have much technology. But electricity was very important.
Has you're life changed more or less than you thought it would over you're lifetime?
Well, I did expect a family, and better technology. But I wasn't smart enough to know that the things and events would be like they are. Everything has so far amazed me.
What would you say is human-kind's biggest accomplishment so far?
Probably the field of medicine. They have made many vaccines for diseases and other types of sickness. I just can't believe the break through of replacing hearts, bones, and many other body parts too! I am surprised at the other medicines of many kinds.
This interview was amazing in a lot of ways. We really take technology, electricity, and even indoor plumbing for granted! Now I realize that they didn't have as much technology as I thought they did. If I compared and 18 year old's life in 1948 to an 18 year old's life now, I can see how much harder life would be like to be an 18 year old back then! It was interesting to hear how different my Grandma's life was compared to mine. It helped me see how much has changed in just one lifetime.
Anna R.
U.S.A. History
One of the most amazing things that has happened in U.S. history was/is the moon landing.Three men took a journey to the moon.Millions of eyes were staring at TV screens with shocked expressions.Because these men succeeded on their mission.One of the people that watched this event was my dad.
question1:When they landed on the moon how did you feel?
I was excited and concerned at the same time because people were on the moon for the first time.
question2:Were you surprised this happened and why?
Yes because it was something that happened in U.S. history and I got to experience it.
Question3:Where were you when this event happened?
I was in Yellow Stone National park camping.
Question4:What was the atmosphere like when it happened?
Their was a great deal of excitement and suspense that had everyone's attention.
Question5: Were you little at the time? How old were you?
Yes, I was nine years old
Question 6: Did you realize what had happened?
I did realize what had happened but it was not until I was much older that I understood the importance of that day.
Question 7:Do you wish you could see it again and why?
Yes because being older I understand the history and importance of the moon landing.
Question8: Do you think you would ever want to walk on the moon why or why not?
No, because I have to many people depending upon me to jeopardize my life in that way
Question9: Do you think we could ever live on the moon?Why or why not?
Maybe when technology is farther advanced.
Question10:Who was around you and who had the biggest reaction?
My mom, dad,and two sisters. My dad had the biggest reaction.
Question11: How old were your sisters and what was their reaction?
My sisters were 12 and 14. I don't really remember.
Question12: What was your parents reaction?
My father was excited my mom was worried.
Question13:Ever since that day do you pay more attention to astronauts?
Yes, I have since that time I've had a big interest in space shuttles.
Question14:When you were a little kid did you ever dream of becoming an astronaut?
No, I dreamed of becoming a base ball player.
Question15:Do you think we could make it to another planet why or why not?
No I don't believe their is any planets close enough.
The moon landing was a very important to people back then.Now today its not that important to people.But I still think its amazing!Because I got more information From my dad that left me shocked.Because I really didn't care about the moon landing before.
Ashley D.
question1:When they landed on the moon how did you feel?
I was excited and concerned at the same time because people were on the moon for the first time.
question2:Were you surprised this happened and why?
Yes because it was something that happened in U.S. history and I got to experience it.
Question3:Where were you when this event happened?
I was in Yellow Stone National park camping.
Question4:What was the atmosphere like when it happened?
Their was a great deal of excitement and suspense that had everyone's attention.
Question5: Were you little at the time? How old were you?
Yes, I was nine years old
Question 6: Did you realize what had happened?
I did realize what had happened but it was not until I was much older that I understood the importance of that day.
Question 7:Do you wish you could see it again and why?
Yes because being older I understand the history and importance of the moon landing.
Question8: Do you think you would ever want to walk on the moon why or why not?
No, because I have to many people depending upon me to jeopardize my life in that way
Question9: Do you think we could ever live on the moon?Why or why not?
Maybe when technology is farther advanced.
Question10:Who was around you and who had the biggest reaction?
My mom, dad,and two sisters. My dad had the biggest reaction.
Question11: How old were your sisters and what was their reaction?
My sisters were 12 and 14. I don't really remember.
Question12: What was your parents reaction?
My father was excited my mom was worried.
Question13:Ever since that day do you pay more attention to astronauts?
Yes, I have since that time I've had a big interest in space shuttles.
Question14:When you were a little kid did you ever dream of becoming an astronaut?
No, I dreamed of becoming a base ball player.
Question15:Do you think we could make it to another planet why or why not?
No I don't believe their is any planets close enough.
The moon landing was a very important to people back then.Now today its not that important to people.But I still think its amazing!Because I got more information From my dad that left me shocked.Because I really didn't care about the moon landing before.
Ashley D.
Friday, November 6, 2009
The Life Changing Terrorist Attack
9/11 changed history forever. During this time two planes crashed into the Twin Towers in New York City, New York. 2,819 people died as a result of this horrific attack. My mom is going to tell me a little bit about this event.
Question: Where were you when this happened?
Answer: "In the family room in my pink pajamas playing with you and Sophie."
Question: What were your thoughts during this?
Answer: "I was very scared. I wanted my husnand to come home from work right that second."
Question: How many items did you save regarding 9/11?
Answer: "One newspaper, pictures of the TV, and a People magazine."
Question: Approximately how long did the news have this on?
Answer: "A very long time. About everyday for a month because they kept bringing things up that they found out."
Question: Do you know the name of anyone in New York City when this event happened?
Answer: "Someone that my husband worked with was right down the street when the attack took place.
Question: Did this changed your life at all?
Answer: "Yes, I think of it every time I got on a plane. I also know you really aren't safe anywhere. The day my husband came home from work early we saw Air Force 1 fly over out of our bedroom window. We knew it was Air Force 1 because everyone had to land the planes over the United States for safety reasons."
Question: Explain your emotions during this?
Answer: "Very Scared and I wanted more information. I could not figure out why this had happened."
Question: How long did people express their emotions?
Answer: "People still express their emotions."
Question: Had terrorists attacked before?
Answer: "Terrorists had not attacked the U.S. before."
Question: What part of the Twin Towers is still there today?
Answer: "There is nothing left or in other words ground zero."
Question: Do you still remember that time every 9/11 now?
Answer: "Yes"
Question: Do you apperciate that people still remember this?
Answer: "Yes. I think that it is an important date to remember because of all the innocent people that died."
Question: Do you think that they made a bigger deal out of it than they needed to?
Answer: "No, not at all! They should have made the biggest deal out of it as they needed to."
Question: Do you think some people over reacted?
Answer: "No. People should have reacted to their fullest."
Question: Do you apperciate that they shine up lights in memury every 9/?
Answer: "Yes. I think it is a great idea because then people know exactly where it is."
9/11 was such a bad attack. I hope everyone will remember it forever. I learned a lot of information to take away from this about 9/11. I know I will always remember this horrible terrorist attack even though I was to small to understand the impact it would have on us for the rest of our lives.
Molly A.
Question: Where were you when this happened?
Answer: "In the family room in my pink pajamas playing with you and Sophie."
Question: What were your thoughts during this?
Answer: "I was very scared. I wanted my husnand to come home from work right that second."
Question: How many items did you save regarding 9/11?
Answer: "One newspaper, pictures of the TV, and a People magazine."
Question: Approximately how long did the news have this on?
Answer: "A very long time. About everyday for a month because they kept bringing things up that they found out."
Question: Do you know the name of anyone in New York City when this event happened?
Answer: "Someone that my husband worked with was right down the street when the attack took place.
Question: Did this changed your life at all?
Answer: "Yes, I think of it every time I got on a plane. I also know you really aren't safe anywhere. The day my husband came home from work early we saw Air Force 1 fly over out of our bedroom window. We knew it was Air Force 1 because everyone had to land the planes over the United States for safety reasons."
Question: Explain your emotions during this?
Answer: "Very Scared and I wanted more information. I could not figure out why this had happened."
Question: How long did people express their emotions?
Answer: "People still express their emotions."
Question: Had terrorists attacked before?
Answer: "Terrorists had not attacked the U.S. before."
Question: What part of the Twin Towers is still there today?
Answer: "There is nothing left or in other words ground zero."
Question: Do you still remember that time every 9/11 now?
Answer: "Yes"
Question: Do you apperciate that people still remember this?
Answer: "Yes. I think that it is an important date to remember because of all the innocent people that died."
Question: Do you think that they made a bigger deal out of it than they needed to?
Answer: "No, not at all! They should have made the biggest deal out of it as they needed to."
Question: Do you think some people over reacted?
Answer: "No. People should have reacted to their fullest."
Question: Do you apperciate that they shine up lights in memury every 9/?
Answer: "Yes. I think it is a great idea because then people know exactly where it is."
9/11 was such a bad attack. I hope everyone will remember it forever. I learned a lot of information to take away from this about 9/11. I know I will always remember this horrible terrorist attack even though I was to small to understand the impact it would have on us for the rest of our lives.
Molly A.
When the first man walked on the moon
On the day the first man walked on the moon everybody watched. The bravest men walk on the moon.
How old were you when the first man walked on the moon?
15 years old.
Were you excited when the man walked on the moon?
Yes because people got to see history being made.
How did you feel when the man walked on the moon?
Excited because history was being made.
Did it change your thoughts on the moon?
Yes because it seemed so far away.
Did you sometimes maybe want to go to the moon?
Maybe but it would be really freaky.
Were you watching it on t.v?
Yes i was watching it with friends.
Do you think it was a good idea to send someone to the moon?
Yes because we learned a lot of information from it.
When the first man walked on the moon everybody was excited. And i think it was a important historical event.
Carter
How old were you when the first man walked on the moon?
15 years old.
Were you excited when the man walked on the moon?
Yes because people got to see history being made.
How did you feel when the man walked on the moon?
Excited because history was being made.
Did it change your thoughts on the moon?
Yes because it seemed so far away.
Did you sometimes maybe want to go to the moon?
Maybe but it would be really freaky.
Were you watching it on t.v?
Yes i was watching it with friends.
Do you think it was a good idea to send someone to the moon?
Yes because we learned a lot of information from it.
When the first man walked on the moon everybody was excited. And i think it was a important historical event.
Carter
A Legend is Dead!
This is the day a bunch of people's lives changed. This is the day Elvis Presley died. Thoughts were running through peoples heads. He has died because of an over dose of drugs and cigarettes. Once again this is the day Elvis Presley died. I am interviewing my mom on Elvis Presley dying.
What where you thinking when Elvis died?
A legend has died. Will there ever be another one like him?
How did you get the news about Elvis dying?
I was watching the Merve Griffin Show when "Elvis died" came across the bottom of the screen.
What was your reaction?
I couldn't believe that he died?
What songs did you like that where by him?
I liked Love Me Tender, In the Ghetto, and Jail House Rock.
Did you like Elvis? Why or why not?
I loved him because he had a beautiful voice. He was one of a kind.
Do you wish you could of gone to one of his concerts?
Yes because he was an original Rock-and-Roller.
What where some experiences you have had with Elvis?
My mom and dad listened to his music all the time.
What were you doing when he died?
Playing games with my brother and sister while watching T.V.
What is a connection you have with Elvis?
We are both from small towns.
I have learned a lot about Elvis from doing this. I thought that he was just a normal singer. But I thought wrong, he was a loved one. He was a legend. He is still in many people's hearts today. I know he is in my mom's and dad's hearts.
Cassie C.
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