History of My Name

History of My Name Part I: Research—Answer the following questions by interviewing family members and searching the Internet. {Must be typed (double-spaced and 12” font size) and in paragraph form} [25 points]

1. What is your first name? 2. Who gave you your first name? 3. Were you named after any figures in history? If so, whom? (Do other people in history share the same name as you?) 4. What does your name mean? 5. What is the origin of your name? (Where does it come from?) 6. What is the story behind your name? (Why were you given this name and not some other name?) 7. Reflect on how it feels to know the history behind your name? How does it change your perspective about yourself or on life? Explain with details.

Part II: Project [15 points] 1. Draw your first name on white printer paper 8 ½ x 11 size (landscape style) a. Be creative b. Make it visible (large)

Part III: Presentation [10 points] 1. Present the history behind your name to the class. a. Speak clearly b. Project your voice c. Display your drawing the entire time

Suggested websites to begin your research: 1. http://www.behindthename.com 2. http://www.meaning-of-names.com 3. http://www.urbandictionary.com/ 4. http://www.names.org/ 5. https://www.babble.com/baby-names/ 6. http://babynames.net/