2. 7th
grade Social Studies Lesson
After viewing the power point on the new seven
wonders of the world, students will be able to
compare the seven new wonders of the world.
After viewing this lesson, students will be able to
identify the importance the seven new wonders of the
world had on the people that built them.
3. Built in Rome, Italy
70 – 82 A.D.
Used to celebrate glory
of Roman Empire
Modern stadiums still
use this design
Gladiator games
4. 9 B.C. – 40 A.D.
Temple built into rock
Water Technology and
Tunnel systems
Great example of middle
eastern ancient culture
5. Built and maintained
between 5th
B.C. and 16th
A.D.
United defense system
Kept Mongols out
Largest man-made
monument
See from space
6. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
38 meters tall
Five years to construct
Cost $250,000
Symbol for the city