Why is this funnel hanging below the globe in the library?

Hint: It is well know in Germany as the Nürnberger Trichter or Nuremberg Funnel. 

Click on the research tab above  and research its significance.

Use resources like J-Stor, Ebsco, and other on line resources.

Students can send the results of their research here: ddigregorio@tenafly.k12.nj.us