Flags of Our Fathers Lesson Plan

Researching Pearl Harbor

Kind of Activity:

Research

Objective:

Students will perform an in-depth exploration of the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Structure:

Students will prepare a report examining the attack on Pearl Habor and the subsequent fallout that would lead to America's entering World War II. In a report of 500-1000 words, students will use the following thought questions to guide their research:

• What were the motives behind the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor?
• How did the attack impact the United States' entry into World War II?
• What were the strategic implications of the attack?
• How did the attack affect civilians and military personnel at Pearl Harbor?

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