Washington D.C. and Freemasonry

Washington D.C. and Freemasonry

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Geography, Architecture, Mathematics

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The video explores the historical and symbolic significance of Alexandria's monument and the boundary stones of Washington DC. It delves into the influence of Freemasonry on the city's design, highlighting the use of sacred geometry and symbolism. The video also discusses Pierre L'Enfant's role in designing the city and the intentional geometric layout that embodies Freemason principles. The US Capitol's central position and its symbolic meaning are also examined, emphasizing the founding fathers' vision for a city that serves the people.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical feature is located in Alexandria, Virginia, marking the southern boundary of the District of Columbia?

A lighthouse

A three-foot tall stone block

A monument to Thomas Jefferson

A statue of George Washington

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was responsible for suggesting the diamond shape of Washington D.C.?

George Washington

Thomas Jefferson

Pierre Charles L'Enfant

Benjamin Franklin

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What group was involved in placing the boundary stones around Washington D.C.?

The British Army

The Continental Congress

Local Freemasons

The French Government

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of Pierre Charles L'Enfant when designing Washington D.C.?

To create a chaotic city

To build the tallest buildings in the world

To design a utopian, planned city

To mimic European capital cities

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did L'Enfant approach the layout of Washington D.C.'s streets?

He started with a grid system and added avenues later

He laid out angled avenues first, then added the grid

He followed the natural landscape without a plan

He copied the layout of Paris

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the universal symbol of Freemasonry that relates to the design of Washington D.C.?

The hammer and sickle

The star and stripes

The eagle and shield

The compass and square

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the letter 'G' in the Freemason symbol stand for?

Generosity

Geometry

Government

Greatness

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