DsnS 1830 Final Exam Review, Part 1

Summary

This review covers key themes from the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago, focusing on the role of design, cultural representation, and technological innovations displayed at the fair. Highlighting the contributions of figures like Frederick Law Olmstead and Daniel Burnham, the fair was a model for showcasing American progress. The Midway Plaisance, a mix of amusement and ethnographic displays, played a crucial role in the fair’s educational and entertainment aspects. The exposition also revealed the exclusion of minority cultures, with Native American and African American representations relegated to the entertainment zone, showcasing the fair's racial and cultural dynamics.

Takeaways

• 😀 The exam for this course is scheduled for December 17th and 18th and must be taken on those dates through the Test Center and Exam Accommodations Center.
• 😀 The exam is open-note, with up to two sheets of handwritten or printed notes allowed, and students have 60 minutes to complete it, with accommodations where applicable.
• 😀 Students should bring their ID (ISU student ID or another photo ID) and ensure they have their ISU password for the exam.
• 😀 The exam questions are taken from question banks, so each exam is unique, and practice quizzes can help students prepare.
• 😀 The review session covers lectures since Week 10 but does not include all lectures or readings, so students should review their notes and practice quizzes in detail.
• 😀 The Testing Center will implement a walk-in model for exams, requiring students to check in via a QR code and wait in a virtual queue before entering the testing area.
• 😀 Students are encouraged to arrive at least 10 minutes early for their scheduled appointment at the Testing Center and should plan to avoid peak testing times (11:00 AM to 6:00 PM).
• 😀 Lecture 17 covers the 1893 Columbian Exposition in Chicago, highlighting the role of world’s fairs in displaying technological, cultural, and artistic achievements.
• 😀 Early world’s fairs, such as the 1851 London Crystal Palace exhibition, showcased industrial products and craftsmanship, exemplified by Coventry's ribbon made with 10,000 punch cards.
• 😀 The Chicago World’s Fair of 1893 featured a highly designed landscape by Frederick Law Olmstead and Daniel Burnham, with significant use of water elements and electric lighting.
• 😀 The Midway Plaisance at the Chicago fair became a model for later amusement parks and was also the site for ethnographic displays, which often presented cultures through biased and entertainment-focused lenses.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the review in this transcript?

The review focuses on Exam 3, covering lectures since Week 10, excluding readings, and includes guidance for students on exam logistics, study tips, and key topics from lectures, particularly the 1893 Columbian Exposition in Chicago.

What is the policy on exam dates and accommodations?

The exam is scheduled for December 17th and 18th and must be taken on these days. There will be no make-up exam offered, and students are encouraged to plan ahead. Students with accommodations will have adjusted time limits.

What materials are allowed during the exam?

The exam is open-note, and students are allowed to bring up to two regular-sized sheets of paper with handwritten or printed notes on both sides.

What was the role of the Testing Center during finals week?

The Testing Center implements a walk-in model during finals week due to high testing volume. Students must check in via QR code or provided devices and wait in a virtual queue before being assigned a testing area.

How did the 1893 Columbian Exposition influence the design world?

The exposition demonstrated the impact of industrial design and innovation, showcasing objects like a ribbon produced in Coventry, England, to symbolize the blending of machine-made goods with skilled craftsmanship.

How were human beings and cultures presented at the Chicago World's Fair?

Human beings and entire cultures were displayed at the fair, especially in the Midway Plaisance, which featured ethnographic exhibits of people from different regions, often seen as both educational and entertaining by visitors.

What was the significance of the 'Midway Plaisance'?

The Midway Plaisance was the entertainment area at the fair, hosting amusements such as beer gardens, circus acts, and the famous Ferris Wheel. It was also where ethnographic displays of cultures were placed.

What was Tiffany's role at the Chicago World’s Fair?

Tiffany & Co. showcased American decorative arts at the fair, with a key highlight being a chapel made entirely of mosaic and glass, demonstrating the company's design capabilities and pushing the boundaries of design.

How did the exposition's layout reflect its purpose?

The layout was designed to emphasize the grandeur and capability of American industry, with key buildings and exhibits clustered around the Court of Honor, showcasing the achievements of American design and engineering.

What is the significance of the 'Crystal Palace' from the 1851 London World's Fair?

The Crystal Palace was the venue for the first World's Fair in 1851, showcasing thousands of objects from different industries. It represented a vision of industrial progress and was designed as a symbol of Britain's dominance in machine-made textiles.