Set the Scene:
Let’s start with some engaging questions to connect your everyday life to the subject of the United States Steel Corporation. Please consider the following questions:
- Have you ever visited a city with iconic skyscrapers or structures made of steel? How did you feel about the architecture and design?
- What comes to mind when you think of the steel industry? Have you heard of any notable companies or innovations in this field?
- How do you think the steel industry has impacted your daily life, from the cars you drive to the buildings you work or live in?
- Can you think of any significant events or challenges in history that may have affected the steel industry, such as economic downturns or wars?
- How do you think companies like the United States Steel Corporation have adapted to changes in the industry and the global market over time?
Featured Image Analysis & Prediction:
Take a closer look at the featured image of the United States Steel Corporation. What do you see in the image? What do you think this activity will be about based on this image? Please consider the following questions:
- What are the main elements or objects in the image, and how do they relate to the steel industry?
- Are there any notable logos, symbols, or text in the image that provide clues about the company or its history?
- How does the image make you feel, and what emotions or associations does it evoke in relation to the steel industry?
Introduction:
Please read the introduction to the United States Steel Corporation’s history and take note of the key events, figures, and developments that have shaped the company over time.
Video Engagement:
Watch the video associated with the United States Steel Corporation’s history, available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uzFfpozqaA. Pause the video at the following strategic points and consider the questions below:
- Pause at 2:00 minutes: What were the main factors that led to the formation of the United States Steel Corporation, and how did it impact the steel industry at the time?
- Pause at 5:00 minutes: How did the company adapt to challenges such as the Great Depression, and what strategies did it employ to remain competitive?
- Pause at 8:00 minutes: What role did the United States Steel Corporation play during World War II, and how did it contribute to the war effort?
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Key Vocabulary and Grammar Focus:
Review the key vocabulary terms related to the United States Steel Corporation’s history, such as consolidation, antitrust laws, and transformational strategy. Practice using these terms in context and explore how they relate to the company’s development over time.
Focus on the grammar aspect by practicing the use of the past perfect tense, as seen in the example sentences provided. Complete the grammar quiz to assess your understanding of the past perfect tense in the context of the United States Steel Corporation’s history.
