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🧠 Lesson Overview
🧠 Lesson Overview
This lesson will cover the major battles and events of World War II, a global conflict that shaped the course of history in the 20th century. From the ominous clouds gathering over Europe in the late 1930s to the decisive moments on distant Pacific Theater, this lesson will delve into the pivotal engagements and key turning points that defined the war. We will explore the strategies of the Axis and Allies, the remarkable resilience of nations under duress, and the profound impact of technological advancements on the battlefield. By examining the theaters of war, the iconic battles, and the geopolitical dynamics that unfolded between 1939 and 1945, we aim to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and consequences of one of the most significant and transformative conflicts in human history.
❓Essential Question
❓Essential Question
🎯 Learning Target(s)
🎯 Learning Target(s)
What was war like in WWII? How did it affect those involved?
What was war like in WWII? How did it affect those involved?
Describe the characteristics of WWII warfare and explain the effects of these characteristics on those involved.
Describe the characteristics of WWII warfare and explain the effects of these characteristics on those involved.
🟢 Warm Up
🟢 Warm Up
Open your copy of the Lesson 5.10 Note Sheet on Google Classroom
Answer the following question in the box on the top of your Note Sheet
If you would like a paper copy of the note sheet, please ask for one!
What images come to mind when you think of World War II?
What images come to mind when you think of World War II?
*Hint: Think of movies, TV shows, books, video games, etc.!
*Hint: Think of movies, TV shows, books, video games, etc.!
🟢 Vocabulary
🟢 Vocabulary
In the appropriate space on your note sheet, write the definition of the following words
Feel free to look up another definition or write them in your own words!
Don't just copy and paste! Actually type them out - that's how it sticks in your brain!
theater of war: an area in which major fighting takes place during a war
total war: a type of warfare that includes any and all civilian infrastructure as military targets, mobilizes all of the resources of society to fight the war, and gives priority to warfare over non-combatant needs
🟢 Mini-Lesson
🟢 Mini-Lesson
Watch the video below and take notes on your note sheet in the appropriate sections
You are able to pause and rewind the video as much as you need! The slideshow is also available for you to look through
🟢 Learning Activity
🟢 Learning Activity
In today's activity, we will further understand the causes and effects of Japan's imperialism during the interwar period
Directions:
Open your copy of the Lesson 5.10 Activity in Google Classroom
Click on each link in the timeline to read about the major events and battles of World War II
Using what you read, answer the questions in each section
If you would like a paper copy of today's assignment, please ask for one!
🟡 Additional Learning
🟡 Additional Learning
View the below testimonies given by British World War II veterans
🔵 Mastery Check
🔵 Mastery Check
Open your copy of the Lesson 5.10 Mastery Check on Google Classroom
Answer each of the questions in the Mastery Check
Have your responses checked over by a teacher
Stop here and don't move on until you've had your Mastery Check approved by a teacher!
🟣 Extension Activity
🟣 Extension Activity
Creative Writing - War Diary:
Write a series of diary entries from the perspective of someone living during World War II. This could be a soldier, civilian, or even a political leader. Be sure to use your senses and describe what is happening around you.
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