J. J. Walser Jr. House

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/j--j--walser-jr--house

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was J. J. Walser Jr. House built?1903
2. What is the location?42 North Central Avenue, Austin community area, Chicago, Illinois, United States
3. What is the architect?Frank Lloyd Wright
4. Who built the house and why was it special?It was built for Joseph Jacob Walser Jr., a real estate developer, and cost $4,000, showing high quality and design.
5. How does the house look and feel inside?It has a low, horizontal shape, big overhanging eaves, and open rooms that flow together, making it feel connected.

Prairie School: An architectural style originating in the Midwestern United States, characterized by horizontal lines, open floor plans, and integration with the natural landscape.
Cruciform Floor Plan: A building layout shaped like a cross, typically with four wings extending from a central core, facilitating distinct functional zones.
Wasmuth Portfolio: A significant publication of Frank Lloyd Wright's early works, instrumental in popularizing his architectural vision internationally.
Chicago Landmark: A designation by the City of Chicago recognizing a building, site, or object for its historical, architectural, or cultural significance.