Exploring the Kingston and Pembroke Railway

Exploring the Kingston and Pembroke Railway
The big railroad in our backyard!
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HistorySecondary Education

This lesson contains 13 slides, with interactive quizzes and text slides.

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Exploring the Kingston and Pembroke Railway
The big railroad in our backyard!

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Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson you will be able to understand the history and significance of the Kingston and Pembroke Railway in Ontario, Canada.

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What do you already know about the Kingston and Pembroke Railway?

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History of the K and P Railway
Incorporated in 1872, the Kingston and Pembroke Railway connected Kingston and Pembroke, facilitating transportation of timber, minerals, and agricultural products.

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Role in Economic Development
The railway played a crucial role in fostering growth and prosperity along its route, contributing to the economic development of the communities it served.

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Expansion and Improvements
Over the years, the K and P Railway underwent expansions and improvements to meet increasing demand for transportation services and adapt to changing economic conditions.

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Main Towns and Stops
The railway passed through various towns and stops including Kingston, Sharbot Lake, Plevna, Denbigh, and many more, contributing to vital transportation links for passengers and freight.

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Importance to Local Communities
In addition to the main towns, there were additional smaller stations and halts serving local communities and industries, contributing significantly to the social and economic fabric of the region.

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Transportation Links
The railway provided vital transportation links for both passengers and freight, facilitating the movement of goods and people within the region.

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Conclusion and Discussion
Review the key points about the Kingston and Pembroke Railway, and encourage discussion on its historical and economic significance.

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Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Slide 11 - Open question

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Slide 12 - Open question

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

Slide 13 - Open question

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.