Now, put the map away. Ask students to close their eyes and imagine how New York city was built. In writing, have each student reconcile the positive and negative impressions, summarizing Mr. Moses as a public figure and power broker. Have students identify the source of the following quotes and use them to expand, in writing, on their observations about Mr. Moses. He was like an artist in front of an easel.
Power is a weapon, a sword whose hilt and handle are razor sharp.
There are more people in the way, that s all.