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Links updated 3/2004
 

North Carolina Ghost Stories and Legends

            Use the underlined sites to find the answers to the questions.

1. What city is famous for the legend of the  "Maco Lights?"

2. In what year were the "Brown Mountain Lights" first seen?

3. What was the name of  "Blackbeard's" ship?

4. What was Blackbeard's real name?

Edward Play Edward Bath Edward Teach Edward Cherokee

5. Name two legends from the Central region of North Carolina.

6. Whose grave is covered by the rock at Piney Prospect?

7. Who is "The Phantom Rider of the Confederacy?"

Fletcher Palimino horse ghost of a young woman

8. Why is the cedar tree sacred to the Cherokee?

9. What is the name of the oldest and best known "Legends of the Dismal Swamp?"

10.In what city does the "Legend of the Bostian Bridge" take place?

Please complete the following survey. Thanks!
 

 

Created by: Mike Christopher and Kathy Moore

North Carolina Standard Course of Study Goals and Objectives:

           Social Studies

           Grade 4 Goal 12: History The learner will trace developments in North Carolina history and
           describe their impact on the lives of people today.
           Objective 1: Identify people, symbols, and events associated with North Carolina's heritage.
           Objective 2: Assess the influence of an important event from North Carolina's past on life today.

           Computer Technology Skills

           Grade 4 Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and
           other technologies.
           Objective 1: Use technology tools used to collect, analyze, and display data. (Societal Issues)
           Objective 2: Practice proper keyboarding techniques for upper and lower case letters.
              (Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top)
           Objective 10: Use search strategies to locate information electronically. (Telecommunications)

           English Language Arts

           Grade 4 Goal 5: The learner will apply grammar and language conventions to communicate
           effectively.
           Objective 4: Compose multiple paragraphs with:- topic sentences - specific, relevant details.
           logical progression and movement of ideas. - coherence - elaboration - concluding
                 statement related to topic.
           Objective 9: Create readable documents through legible handwriting and/or word
                processing.