The Loch Ness Monster--Does Nessie exist? Many people believe that the Loch Ness Monster has existed for many years in a lake known as Loch Ness in Scotland. Although many people are faithful believers in this monster, many other find the whole idea of Nessie to be ridiculous and mythical. 
You are required to do some research on this real life mystery, and reach a decision of your own. Look for the evidence presented to prove or disprove the existance of Nessie.
The following links will help you complete your examination of the evidence. You MUST use InfOhio before visiting any other links! The Legend of Nessie--The Ultimate Loch Ness Monster Site
InfOhio Use this as your research search engine instead of Google. Remember, you need to gather credible evidence to either prove or debunk the existance of Nessie! InfOhio will provide better more creible sources than other search engines!
Wikipedia is a dangeous source and not recommended for your use! There is a section devoted to the Loch Ness Monster, but remember, ANYONE can edit a Wikipedia site. Therefore, Wikipedia is NOT credible and makes for bad evidence!
"No man is an island..." ---John Donne
All individuals are part of communities and societies. As is the case with all societies, each person has a give and take relationship with their society.
I. Individuals give to their communities by being a living part of them, but what do individuals take from their communities? Complete your list of 3 things people expect from their communities.
II. Sometimes the community that people want to be part of could be a unique place called a "utopia".
Use this DICTIONARY LINK to find the definitions of utopia and complete your graphic organizer.
III. Visit the following three sites of Utopias that exist today. Use the provided Venn Diagram to compare and contrast two of these Utopian Communities of your choice.
1. The Acorn Community of Virginia
2. The Farm in Tennessee
3. Twin Oaks Community in Virginia
