Research task (Historical Analysis):
Write a detailed history of the town of Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania, USA.  Include its unique founding and subdivisions, its cultural history, its religious history, its military history, its status as a summer recreation site, and its attractions over the years.  Discuss any businesses that have existed in Mount Gretna since its founding.

Evaluation rubric:
criterion: The response discusses Robert Habersham Coleman as the individual behind the founding of Mount Gretna.
weight: 5
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response mentions the Cornwall Iron Furnace as one of the most historically prominent ironworking places.
weight: 3
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response mentions the Cornwall & Lebanon railroad line.
weight: 2
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response mentions that the site later known as "Mount Gretna" was a station stop along the Cornwall & Lebanon Railroad line.
weight: 5
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response mentions the creation of "Mount Gretna Park" near the railroad station stop.
weight: 2
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response mentions the establishment of a Pennsylvania chapter of the Chautauqua movement in Mount Gretna.
weight: 1
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response states that the Pennsylvania Chautauqua chapter was established in 1892.
weight: 1
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the founding of the Mount Gretna Campmeeting by the Church of the United Brethren in Christ in 1892.
weight: 5
axis: Implicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the incorporation of the Borough of Mount Gretna in 1926.
weight: 5
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the development of the "Mount Gretna Heights" by Abraham Lincoln Kauffman, circa 1907-1920.
weight: 2
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response lists the seven subdivisions that comprise Mount Gretna (e.g., including Mount Gretna Heights, Stoberdale, Campmeeting, Chautauqua, Timber Hills)
weight: 5
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response mentions the Mount Gretna Authority, established in 1974.
weight: 5
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response mentions that the majority of east-west streets were named in honor of United Brethren ministers.
weight: 4
axis: Implicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the current demographics of Mount Gretna (e.g., noting that the town has a population of 197 people, with the largest ethnic group being White (98%), a median age of 65.8, and a median household income of $108,125).
weight: 5
axis: Implicit Criteria

criterion: The response examines how the demographics have historically evolved (e.g., the town experienced a decline in popularity in the mid-20th century, worsened by the departure of the National Guard in 1933 and the effects of World War II, but eventually transitioned from a historic industrial and recreational area to a modern residential community with a rural character).
weight: 4
axis: Implicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the Tabernacle building and its purpose as a 700-seat venue that often hosts musical events and summer gatherings (e.g., Mount Gretna Bible Festival).
weight: 3
axis: Implicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the encampment of the Pennsylvania National Guard at Mount Gretna, from 1885 to 1935.
weight: 2
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses Mount Gretna as a summer arts destination.
weight: 5
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the Mount Gretna Playhouse, listing at least two shows performed there (e.g., Whispers in the Dark, Murder Akerton Manor, etc.).
weight: 5
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the Mount Gretna Outdoor Art Show, founded in 1975, which is one of the 200 best art gallery shows in the country and features a wide selection of works in a scenic outdoor setting.
weight: 2
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response describes how a picnic ground was converted into a 2-foot narrow-gauge railroad.
weight: 2
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the creation and history of the Mount Gretna Lake (aka Lake Conewago) in the 19th century by damming the Conewago Creek at Mt. Gretna.
weight: 2
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response mentions "Kauffman's Park", a small amusement park built by the founder in 1926 that later was renamed "Laurel Park" and its prime attraction the "Million Gallon Pool", advertised as one of the largest and cleanest pools in the state.
weight: 2
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the "Governor Dick Tower", including its history and namesake.
weight: 2
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the history of the "Mount Gretna Roller Rink", constructed 1890.
weight: 1
axis: Implicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the Conewago Hotel (built in 1909-1940).
weight: 3
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the Chautauqua Inn (built in 1892-1970).
weight: 3
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses Kauffman’s Hotel and Store, founded as part of the town’s initial construction.
weight: 3
axis: Implicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses The Jigger Shop, a sweet and dessert shop that has operated since the town's founding in 1895.
weight: 3
axis: Instruction Following

criterion: The response mentions at least 3 other Mount Gretna businesses (e.g., the Hide-A-Way, The Mt. Gretna Timbers, Porch & Pantry, La Cigale, Mount Gretna Pizzeria).
weight: 5
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response mentions that Mount Gretna is located in Lebanon county.
weight: 2
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response mentions that Mount Gretna lies within both West Cornwall and South Londonderry Townships.
weight: 2
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response mentions that the current Mayor of Mount Gretna Borough is Joseph Shay.
weight: 1
axis: Implicit Criteria

criterion: The response includes a distinct section heading titled “Founding” that separately discusses the founding of the town.
weight: 2
axis: Communication Quality

criterion: The response covers each of the eight subject areas explicitly requested in the prompt (founding, subdivisions, cultural history, religious history, military history, status as summer recreation site, attractions, businesses).
weight: 5
axis: Instruction Following

criterion: The response identifies the governing authority for each subdivision (e.g., Mount Gretna Borough has a mayor, Chautauqua has a Board of Managers that are elected by stockholders, Campmeeting also has a Board of Managers, Timber Hills belongs to South Londonderry Township, etc.)
weight: 1
axis: Explicit Criteria

criterion: The response describes the Chautaqua's associated buildings (e.g., Mount Gretna Playhouse, Hall of Philosophy).
weight: 1
axis: Implicit Criteria

criterion: The response discusses the Chautauqua's mission as a center for arts and education.
weight: 3
axis: Implicit Criteria

criterion: The response mentions the Mt. Gretna Hide-A-Way as a historic local business present since the founding of the town.
weight: 3
axis: Instruction Following

criterion: The response discusses the changes in military presence in the area (e.g., the outgrowing of the National Guard, the use of military police in towns, the training of soldiers at the state military encampment, the 1929 State Military Commission).
weight: 4
axis: Explicit Criteria