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                                               Gutzon Borglum
                                          Sculptor, Mount Rushmore
                                                  1867 - 1941

1.  What factors could contribute to Borglum's unhappy childhood?  _______________

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2.  Who are the Presidents on Mount Rushmore?   Why do you think Borglum suggested
      Presidents instead of  regional heroes?

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3.  Compare the original model for Mount Rushmore with the completed monument.
     How  are they alike and how are they different?

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4.  How long did it take to complete Mount Rushmore and how much did it cost?
     How much do you think it would cost today?

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5.  Name some other works by Gutzon Borglum.

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Biography at gardenofpraise.com