Nineteenth-century England was arguably the leader of the Industrial Revolution in Europe. As a nation, Great Britain felt secure to express its dominance in industry. The Crystal Palace was constructed to house the first World’s Fair, intended to symbolize British dominance. Check out the Crystal Palace (Webpage), taking note of the purpose and design of this building. Then in a short essay (400-500 words), compare it to the Oregon Convention Center (Webpage) in regards to purpose, environmental concerns, use of technology, materials, and as a reflection of cultural values.
Your essay should be typed, double-spaced on standard-sized paper (8.5" x 11") with 1" margins on all sides. You should use a clear font that is highly readable. APA recommends using 12 pt. Times New Roman font. Citations should be in APA format.
Pay close attention to the rubric below for criteria on which you will be graded.