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What was Harlem like when Dr. Johannes de la Montagne and his family landed?
Harlem was a wilderness; nature reigned supreme.
Where was Jochem Pieter's farm?
Jochem Pieter's farm was between 125th and 150th Streets along the Harlem River.
Why does James Baldwin call Harlem in the 20th Century a "a city within a city"?
Possible answer: Harlem is like a self-contained city within a larger city.
In your opinion, what makes a particular neighbourhood a good place to live?
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If you created a picture of your community, what would you include in addition to residential areas?
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Why did settlers come to Harlem? (Discussion)
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How would you describe the changes to Harlem over the three centuries? (Discussion)
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If you could live in Harlem during any century, which century would you like to live in? Explain (Discussion)
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Why is it valuable to know how a place has changed over the years? Will it help prepare us for changes to come?
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