Lecture 16 Let's Put it All Together [21:27]
Summary
TLDRIn this informative presentation, Rukia introduces Chicago, the 'Second City,' exploring its history, culture, and business practices. From the Great Chicago Fire in 1871 to its diverse neighborhoods and culinary delights, the city's resilience and vibrancy are highlighted. The speaker also touches on Chicago's political history, high sales taxes, and robust public transportation system, inviting viewers to experience the city beyond its stereotypes.
Takeaways
- 🔥 The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 burned for two days, killed 300 people, and caused over $200 million in damages, leading to the complete rebuilding of the city.
- 🏙️ Chicago, known as the Second City, was founded in 1795 by Jean-Baptiste DuSable, a black fur trader from Haiti.
- 🚩 The Chicago flag has two blue stripes representing Lake Michigan and the Chicago River, and four red stars symbolizing significant events in the city's history.
- 🏛️ Chicago is the largest city in Illinois but not the capital. As of July 1st, 2022, its population is 2.6 million, making it the third largest city in the U.S.
- 🌍 Chicago is diverse yet highly segregated, with significant populations of Black, White, Hispanic, Indigenous, and Asian people. It is known for its 77 distinct neighborhoods.
- 🍕 Chicago is a culinary city known for deep-dish pizza, but locals prefer thin-crust Tavern Style pizza. Other famous foods include Italian beef, Chicago hot dogs, Garrett's Popcorn, and rib tips.
- 🎉 Chicago hosts numerous festivals, including the Taste of Chicago, Blues Fest, Jazz Fest, and neighborhood cultural celebrations.
- 🚇 Chicago's public transportation system, known as the L, is extensive, with buses and trains making thousands of trips daily.
- 🧑⚖️ Chicago has a long and controversial political history with notable mayors like Richard M. Daley, Harold Washington, and the current mayor Brandon Johnson.
- 🌊 Chicago features 26 miles of beachfront along Lake Michigan, making it a popular destination for summer activities and events.
Q & A
What significant event in 1871 is associated with Mrs. O'Leary's cow and had a major impact on Chicago?
-The Great Chicago Fire of 1871, which is said to have possibly started by Mrs. O'Leary's cow, burned for two days, killed 300 people, and caused over 200 million dollars in damages.
How did Chicago recover after the Great Fire of 1871?
-Chicago was rebuilt after the Great Fire, rising like a phoenix from the ashes, and became known as the 'Second City'.
What is the historical starting point of modern-day Chicago mentioned in the script?
-The modern-day history of Chicago starts at East Wacker and North Michigan Avenue, where the city was founded in 1795.
Who is credited with the founding of Chicago in 1795?
-Jean-Baptiste DuSable, a black fur trader from Haiti, is credited with the founding of Chicago.
What does the Chicago flag represent with its blue stripes and red stars?
-The blue stripes on the Chicago flag represent the water bodies: Lake Michigan, the river, and the canal. The four red stars signify the Great Chicago Fire, the 1893 World's Fair, the 1933 World's Fair, and Fort Dearborn, the place of Chicago's founding.
What is the population of Chicago as of July 1st, 2022, according to the U.S. census?
-As of July 1st, 2022, the population of Chicago is 2.6 million people, making it the third-largest city in the United States.
How is Chicago's diversity reflected in its population statistics?
-Chicago's diversity is reflected in its population, with 32 percent Black, 38 percent White, 28 percent Hispanic, 2 percent Asian, and other smaller groups.
What is a notable feature of Chicago's culinary scene that is often overlooked?
-While Chicago is known for its deep-dish pizza, the locals' favorite type of pizza is actually thin crust Cavern Style.
What is unique about a Chicago hot dog and what is not included in its traditional preparation?
-A Chicago hot dog is made with a poppy seed bun and various condiments, but it traditionally does not include ketchup.
What is the significance of St. Patrick's Day in Chicago and how is it celebrated?
-St. Patrick's Day is significant in Chicago due to its large Irish population. The Chicago River is dyed green in honor of the day, and the river stays green for up to two days.
What is the current status of the 'Sears Tower' in terms of its ranking among the tallest buildings in the U.S.?
-The Sears Tower, which was once the tallest building, is now ranked as the fourth largest building in the U.S.
How does the speaker describe the political history of Chicago and its impact on the city's operations?
-The speaker describes Chicago's political history as long and controversial, with the term 'the Chicago way' referring to its unique and sometimes contentious political operations.
What is the significance of the number 12 in the context of the speaker's note cards for their presentation?
-The speaker mentions that instead of having a maximum of 10 note cards, they are changing the maximum to 12 for their presentation, indicating a slight adjustment to the previously stated rules.
What advice does the speaker give regarding the preparation of note cards for presentations?
-The speaker advises to give oneself enough time to prepare note cards neatly and in order, so they are easy to get through and understand, emphasizing the critical nature of this for success.
Outlines
🔥 The Great Chicago Fire and the Rise of the Second City
October 8th, 1871 marked a pivotal moment in Chicago's history with the outbreak of the Great Chicago Fire, allegedly started by Mrs. O'Leary's cow. The fire ravaged the city for two days, resulting in 300 deaths and $200 million in damages. Despite this devastation, Chicago was rebuilt, earning the nickname 'The Second City.' This segment introduces Rukia, who will discuss Chicago's history, culture, and modern business practices. The founding of Chicago by Jean-Baptiste DuSable in 1795, its incorporation in 1837, and the significance of the Chicago flag's design are highlighted, emphasizing the city's resilience and growth.
🌍 Chicago's Diverse Demographics and Rich Cultural Mosaic
Chicago is a melting pot of ethnicities, with 32% Black, 38% White, 28% Hispanic, and 2% Indigenous and Asian populations. Despite its diversity, it ranks as the fourth most segregated city in the U.S. The city is divided into 77 neighborhoods, each contributing to its rich linguistic and cultural tapestry. Languages spoken include English, Spanish, Polish, Arabic, Chinese, and Tagalog, among others. Religious diversity is also prominent, with 40% of the population identifying as Catholic. Chicago's culinary scene, renowned for its deep-dish pizza, Italian beef sandwiches, and Chicago-style hot dogs, reflects its multicultural influences.
⚽ Sports and Festivals: The Heartbeat of Chicago
Chicago boasts a vibrant sports culture with teams like the Bears, Bulls, Hawks, Chicago Fire, Chicago Sky, White Sox, and Cubs. The city's moniker, 'Summertime Shy,' celebrates the lively festivals that take place during the summer, including the Taste of Chicago, Blues Fest, Jazz Fest, and various cultural festivals. This section also touches on the city's political landscape, highlighting notable mayors such as Richard M. Daley, Harold Washington, Jane Byrne, Lori Lightfoot, and current mayor Brandon Johnson. Chicago's transportation system, the L, and its significance to the city's infrastructure are also discussed.
📝 Practical Tips for Effective Speech Preparation
Rukia shares insights on preparing note cards for a speech, emphasizing the importance of allowing ample time for preparation and practice. She candidly admits to rushing her preparation, leading to poorly executed note cards, and advises against this approach. The maximum number of note cards allowed for speeches is increased from 10 to 12. The section encourages thorough preparation and practicing transitions and citing sources to ensure a polished presentation. Rukia demonstrates how to effectively use note cards in conjunction with a PowerPoint presentation, providing practical advice for successful speech delivery.
📅 Scheduling and Preparation for Upcoming Assignments
Students are reminded to manage their time effectively for upcoming assignments. Rukia outlines a structured plan: spend three days each on the informative and persuasive speeches, then use the remaining time for peer feedback and final exam preparation. She emphasizes the importance of daily work and staying on schedule to avoid last-minute rushes. The video concludes with a reminder of important deadlines, encouraging students to utilize the time between assignments wisely. This section also includes practical tips for organizing and executing speech assignments efficiently.
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Keywords
💡Great Chicago Fire
💡Second City
💡Jean-Baptiste DuSable
💡Chicago flag
💡Cultural diversity
💡Culinary City
💡St. Patrick's Day
💡Chicago's neighborhoods
💡Chicago way
💡Chicago Transit Authority (CTA)
💡Chicago's sports culture
Highlights
The Great Chicago Fire of 1871, rumored to have started by Mrs. O'Leary's cow, burned for two days, killing 300 people and causing over 200 million dollars in damages.
Chicago, known as the Second City, was rebuilt after the Great Fire, showcasing its resilience and rebirth.
Founded in 1795 by Jean-Baptiste DuSable, a black fur trader from Haiti, Chicago's history is rich and diverse.
Chicago's flag features two blue stripes representing water bodies and four red stars signifying significant historical events.
With a population of 2.6 million, Chicago is the third largest city in the United States as of July 1st, 2022.
Chicago is a diverse city, being the fourth most segregated city in the U.S., according to a 2020 report.
Chicago's neighborhoods are distinct and proud, with 77 in total, each contributing to the city's cultural tapestry.
Chicago's culinary scene is renowned, being the third most top culinary city in the U.S.
Deep-dish pizza, while famous, is not the favorite of Chicagoans; thin crust Cavern Style is preferred.
Chicago hot dogs are a unique culinary tradition, notably excluding ketchup.
The 1893 World's Fair introduced innovations like Cream of Wheat, Juicy Fruit gum, and the first Ferris wheel.
Chicago is home to 26 miles of beachfront, making it a unique beach city.
Chicago's political history is marked by long-serving mayors and a diverse range of political figures.
Chicago has the second highest sales tax rate in the nation at 10.25%.
The city's transportation system, including the 'L' trains, serves a significant portion of the metropolitan area.
Chicago's culture is vibrant, with numerous festivals celebrating its diverse communities and history.
Chicago is known for its sports culture, with a variety of professional teams representing the city.
The speaker admits to using outdated data and hastily prepared note cards, emphasizing the importance of preparation and accuracy.
Transcripts
October 8th 1871 changed the course of
Chicago
Legend has that Mrs O'Leary's cow
started what is known as the Great
Chicago Fire
the fire burned for two days
killed 300 people and caused more than
200 million dollars in Damages
in fact the entire city burned to the
ground
but lack of Phoenix the city rose again
and then came a new city the Second City
good morning my name is Rukia and today
I am here to introduce you to Chicago
the Second City
we're going to discuss today Chicago's
history its culture and the way it does
business
Modern Day history of Chicago
starts at East Wacker and North Michigan
Avenue 200 years ago
the city was founded
in
1795 were settled in 1795 by
Jean-Baptiste DuSable a black fur Trader
from Haiti according to the city of
Chicago's official website
it was incorporated March 8th 1837
according to the Chicago Police
Department
now currently this is the Chicago flag
you see here two blue stripes three then
red white stripes and four red stars
the blue stripes represent the water
you have the first stripe the blue
stripe represents Michigan Lake Michigan
the middle stripe of the large white
section represents the river
and the bottom blue stripe represents
the canal
the four weird Stars signify the Great
Chicago Fire
the exposition of 1893
the World's Fair of 1933 and Fort
Dearborn the place of Chicago's founding
after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871
and after the whole city burned down
the city was rebuilt
Chicago is the largest city in the state
of Illinois however it is not the
capital
according to the U.S census effective
July 1st 2022
the population of Chicago is 2.6 million
people making it still the third largest
city in the United States
it is also known as the Midwest Mecca or
the Jewel of the Midwest
this is primarily because it is the
largest most popular and most well-known
most populous city
in the midwest however it is only a few
hours drive to Gary Indiana Detroit
Michigan Milwaukee Wisconsin Minneapolis
Minnesota and St Louis Missouri
here's a fun fact the 1893
um excuse me the 1893 World's Fair or
Columbia Exposition also introduced some
things that we know today which include
Cream of Wheat Juicy Fruit caps Blue
Ribbon beer and the very first ferris
wheel ever
now who lives in Chicago that's a good
question
so Chicago is very diverse
yet it is the fourth most segregated
city in the United States according to a
2020 report by the U.S census
prior to the 2020 Report Chicago had
been the most segregated City for
decades
it is diverse in that it is made up of
32 percent of people black who are black
38 white 28 Hispanic and 2 percent make
up the indigenous people and the Asian
people as well
conversely Houston is considered the
21st most segregated city in the U.S
Chicago is known by its neighborhoods
there are 77 distinct neighborhoods in
Chicago
we are very proud of our neighborhoods
the languages that are included in these
neighborhoods of course English Spanish
polish Arabic Chinese and tagala most
notably according to a 2014 report by
WBBM TV
also spoken there are other languages
from various parts of the world
including West Africa Yoruba and Evo
people are very popular and present in
Chicago speaking their languages as well
now according to a world population
statistics report 40 percent of
Chicagoans identify as Catholic there
are other religious denominations
including Christians
uh Muslims Buddhists Jehovah Witnesses
Etc
now that you know the early history
let's now talk about why Chicago is one
of the top 20 places to live according
to U.S news and World Report
Chicago is a culinary City according to
the world news and World Report it is
actually the US's third largest or third
most
top culinary City
of course Chicago is known for its pizza
but here I'm here to tell you a little
known a little less known secret
although Chicago is known for pizza and
the first pizzeria opened in 1937 which
was Pizzeria Napolitano according to the
Chicago Tribune the deep dish pizza was
created in Chicago in the 1940s and
although that is regarded as Chicago
pizza and it's the one that you see on
TV and and hear about in movies
Chicagoans favorite type of pizza is
thin crust Cavern Style
also Italian beef is pretty popular for
Chicagoans it's a thinly sliced roast
beef sandwich that's been cooked for
hours and then it's
ladled on with auju and peppers
a Chicago hot dog is a thing
it is made with a poppy seed bun
Sports peppers and other condiments
including Atomic green relish but the
real trick of a Chicago hot dog it
doesn't include ketchup and if you ask
for ketchup you might get a side eye
other great things that we love about
Chicago's culinary scene of course
includes Garrett's Popcorn which is now
world famous and Chicago rib tips which
is a nod to our Southern Roots from
Mississippi as well as Gyros because
there's a great a huge Greek population
in Chicago
St Patty's Day is really big as well
in 1962 the Chicago River was dyed Green
in honor of St Patrick's Day because the
largest number of Irish people outside
of New York and outside of Ireland live
in Chicago
the river stays green from anywhere from
five hours to two days
Chicago is home to 26 miles of beach
front according to Chicago Park District
yes Chicago is a beach city and as you
can see in this Photograph we love to
take advantage of the beach in the
summertime
there are also things to do
you can go to Navy Pier
that is the site of where the first
ferris wheel was constructed and also
you can sightsee now although here it
says the Sears Tower is the second
tallest building that has changed over
time and now this Sears Tower is really
the fourth largest building in the U.S
in addition to skyscrapers and Ferris
wheels
in addition to skyscrapers and Ferris
wheels we also have famous residents and
famous natives you may be familiar with
some of them Pat Sajak Walt Disney
Shonda Rhimes Dr May Jemison the first
black female astronaut Dr Joan
Higginbotham another NASA astronaut
rappers common Kanye and the brat
Hillary Clinton and of course our
adopted sons and daughter
Walter Payton Michael Jordan Barack
Obama and Oprah Winfrey Chicago has its
own sports culture
of course there's the Bears the Bulls
the Hawks the Chicago Fire the Chicago
Sky the White Sox and even the Chicago
Cubs
Chicago has its own name it's a moniker
like a nickname and it is effectually
known as Summertime shot
in summertime shy our neighborhoods come
alive with festivals that celebrate
Greek Italian polish cultures
also we have the Taste of Chicago summer
Dance the Blues Fest the Aaron Waters
show Jazz Fest Gospel Fest House Music
Fest film festival and so many more
neighborhood festivals that I could not
possibly name them all
now that you've learned about Chicago's
culture allow me to teach you how the
City Works
known as the Chicago way or why we call
the machine Chicago has a long and
controversial political history
the mayor is elected for four-year terms
there are no term limits and aldermen
serve their districts much like Council
people here in Houston
the longest serving mayor was Richard M
Daly for 22 years according to the New
York Times his father Richard J Daley
served for 21 years the first black
mayor was Harold Washington the first
woman mayor was Jane Byrne the first
openly gay mayor was Lori Lightfoot and
the current mayor is Brandon Johnson
who's been in office for just over one
month
Chicago is home to the highest sales
taxes in the nation excuse me the second
highest sales taxes in the nation at 20
at 10 and a quarter percent
Chicago is despite the idea that it's a
violent city it ranks 20th in violence
according to the world population review
20th
it has a major transportation system
known as the L for the elevated trains
there are two airports seven expressways
and five expressways that operate
outside of the city
Chicago Transit Authority or CTA
reported in 2017 that it was responsible
for 81 percent of public transportation
in six County area
there are 19 000 trips made a day on the
buses and 2 300 trips made each day on
the train
Chicago is an unconventional City but
it's the Chicago way that works sort of
sometimes you learned about the history
culture and the way of business of
Chicago you now know that there are 2.6
my I'm sorry excuse me you know that
there are 2.6 million people if there
are 26 miles of beaches and that Chicago
has the second largest tax rate at 10
and a quarter percent if you ever want
to experience Chicago turn off the
evening news and take a trip to the
Second City you won't be disappointed
thank you
all right you guys how did I do how did
I do how did I do
so I want to have some confession time
hold on a second I'm going to stop my
screen share
all right so you guys I want to tell the
truth because I like telling truth I
like being transparent and honest with
you guys okay so here's a few things I
want to tell you first of all
that speech I wrote that speech years
ago you can tell because you can see
some of the data that's in there it's
outdated so as I was working on my note
cards today and please forgive the noise
I don't know
cars are being told garbage trucks I
don't know so when I sat down to prepare
my note cards
um I just I just didn't feel good giving
so much outdated information but
obviously I did not have time to go and
redo the whole outline and the
PowerPoint so that's why there may be
some discrepancies between what you saw
on the screen and what I said as well as
the outline that you'll see in the um
module so please forgive me that I tried
to update some of the data
okay now I want to say this I did not
prepare these note cards until this
morning that's my honest truth okay so
I'm going to I don't know if you guys
can really see him here I'm gonna try to
take a picture and upload it for you but
these cards are man listen let me tell
you something they'll prepare very
haphazardly they're not prepared well at
all
and it's not showing well here so I'm
gonna take a picture and upload them for
you
the reason they are poorly prepared is
because I was rushing
they are poorly prepared because I was
rushing that's the truth okay that's the
truth I needed to get the video done
this morning I could not find my other
cards so I made new cards just this
morning with my um with my outliner open
up my outline and I made the cards
opened up a PowerPoint made the parts
and it was poorly executed in terms of
what's on the on the note card I'm
telling this to you to tell you to give
yourself enough time to practice the
note cards give yourself enough time to
prepare them neatly and in order so that
they're easy to get through and easy to
understand you have to do this it is so
critical to your success okay so make
sure you do that here's a caveat that
I'm going to tell you now in this video
instead of having a maximum of 10 note
cards I'm changing the maximum to 12.
you can have 12 note cards but all the
other same rules apply that's on the
information document you can have 12
note cards but and all the other
information applies I'll just give you
12 cards to use instead of 10. okay all
right
so my note cards are prepared I will
take a picture so that you guys can see
them and kind of see how I laid them out
although I wouldn't advise them to be
sloppy or anything like that because
these things are sloppy and I just would
not advise that okay now
um
as you can see I presented the speech
from the note cards in connection or
along with
the PowerPoint that is what you are
expected to do as well for your topic
now again you could either do a a state
I mean I'm sorry a country or you can do
Dr King it follows the same format you
tell me the same things about a country
if you were doing a country yes when it
was founded
who was the leader who's the current
leader what kind of food do they eat
what kind of temperature do they have
what kind of um celebrations do they
have where is it located who are the
neighbors same thing that I did for
Chicago you would do for a place if you
choose to use one of the countries on
the topics list if you're choosing to do
a person it would follow the same format
you would just answer those questions
that I've given you about the person
that you choose I am going to try to
record another video for Dr King but
listen you guys I can't promise I'll
have time to do that in enough time that
will it'll help you or serve you but I'm
going to try to also report for Dr King
um
what else did I want to say I don't I'm
not sure what else I wanted to cover but
I did want to give you an opportunity to
kind of see how it works see how it
could look again this was very Rusty I
did not have an opportunity to practice
my note cards and I certainly didn't
write them out well enough in advance
and although I wrote this speech I wrote
this speech in 2017 and I don't perform
it normally I'm doing this kind of thing
in class all the time in my face-to-face
classes so I don't really perform the
speech for them they see me in action
doing the work throughout the semester
so this is the first time that I've
actually performed this speech since
2017. maybe maybe 2018. my point is that
I'm a little rusty so please forgive me
please you know show me a little bit of
Grace but I do hope that it gave you a
good idea of what this thing is supposed
to look like when it's all put together
when it's all said and done same thing
for the persuasive as well I had an
attention getter I use transitions I
then um cited sources throughout my
speech then I wrapped up with my
conclusion all the things that I've
taught you in all the previous lectures
are all there in this presentation in
this speech that I did so I hope it's
helpful to you and I'll be back again
soon but in the meantime you guys should
be working okay you got a lot going on
right now you don't have any um after
today that today is Monday so you have
that quiz due again I apologize you have
that quiz due today
which is Monday the 26th we have that
due tonight but after that your next
assignment is not due until Wednesday
July 5th which is your informative
speech your persuasive speech and then
you have to provide your peer feedback
by Friday July 7th and then your final
exam will be due on Sunday
July
9th I think that is yes Sunday July 9th
so that's it like after today you don't
have anything else to do until July 5th
don't wait until the last minute because
all those assignments are due back to
back to back but you have time so what
would I advise today is Monday Tuesday
Wednesday Thursday of this week should
be your informative speech preparation
days Tuesday Wednesday Thursday of this
week
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday of this week
right because you should be working
every day
you should be working every day so
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday of this week
if you've done all the lectures you
should be ready if you're now reviewing
the documents you should be ready today
to review the documents and get started
by tomorrow Tuesday it should not take
you more than three days to get it ready
and I'm not saying it's going to take
you three days I'm saying that in a
three-day period you should be able to
knock that out especially if you don't
have a full course load like you
normally would yes I know some of you
are working some of you have other
classes I get it but you signed up for
this accelerated course so I'm not sure
really what to tell you about that so
you should probably take about three
days no more than three days to do the
informative and no more than three days
to do the persuasive so if you thought
about it like Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
and this week you do informative
Sunday Monday Tuesday uh next week you
do persuasive you turn those all in on
Wednesday you then watch your peers
Wednesday Thursday Friday and then you
do your exam
sounds good
sounds good to me so remember I've made
announcements on our canvas I just don't
know why it's always so loud let me
close the door back and turn the air
back on but I've made announcements to
remind you about today's deadline for
your quiz and then also to remind you to
watch those videos and do all the work
and do all the things so I hope today
has been helpful to you I will see you
again really soon alright bye
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