Maya Lin: Architect of Memory discusses Maya Lin, the designer of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. The memorial was dedicated in 1982 and contains the names of soldiers who died in the Vietnam War. It quickly became a site of reflection and remembrance. Lin used simple black granite to create a V-shaped wall that descends into the earth, listing the names to represent both the equality of loss and the artifacts of memory.

1. Maya Lin: Architect of Memory

2. artifacts (noun) objects from earlier times that are man-made The artifacts at the museum were on display for three months. What are some types of artifacts you might see in a museum? http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Artifacts_(front).jpg 5 U2W3

4. dedicated (verb) set apart for a special purpose or use The Astronaut Memorial was dedicated on May 9, 1991. What buildings or structures have been dedicated in your area? http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Amf_space_mirror_dedication.jpg 5 U2W3

6. equality (noun) the quality or condition of being equal Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. fought for equality in the United States. What is an antonym for equality ? http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Martin_Luther_King,_Jr._speaking_at_the_Civil_Rights.jpg 5 U2W3

8. exhibits (noun) objects shown on display Museums have many different exhibits on display. Tell about some exhibits you have seen or might see in a museum. http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Beskid_Museum_-_exhibits_55.JPG 5 U2W3

10. site (noun) the position or location of something The site of Kinnick Stadium is Iowa City, Iowa. What is a synonym for site ? http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kinnick_Stadium.jpg 5 U2W3

12. Quiz Time! site, exhibits, equality, artifacts, dedicated What are objects shown on display? exhibits

13. Quiz Time! site, exhibits, equality, artifacts, dedicated What are man-made objects from the past? artifacts

14. Quiz Time! site, exhibits, equality, artifacts, dedicated What is the location of something? site

15. Quiz Time! site, exhibits, equality, artifacts, dedicated What is something set aside for a special use? dedicated

16. Quiz Time! site, exhibits, equality, artifacts, dedicated What means being treated the same way? equality