Examine the American reaction and response to the Holocaust.
What was the Holocaust? Click here to learn or refresh your memory before you research the U.S. responses to this tragic event in history. On your module worksheet, Write a paragraph or two describing what it was like for victims of the Holocaust.
In this task you will research the U.S. response to the Holocaust. Click on the link and video below to answer the questions on your lesson worksheet.
Reading: U.S. and the Holocaust
Video: Confronting the Holocaust: American Responses
Class Discussion Questions:
Answer and prepare to discuss the following: 1. Do you think the U.S. had the right approach in its response to the Holocaust? Why or why not? Remember to put yourself in the time period and situation of those making decisions. Support your answer with details you have learned. 2. What do you think the United States' responsibility is to humanitarian/human rights issues in the world today? Explain your answer. |
Enhance your learning and complete the extra credit questions (handwrite your answers!) using the links below! Remember to type "Extra Credit" before submitting. (+10 XC each)
Death Marches (The killing did not end at the camps)
Why Auschwitz was not Bombed
Nazi Euthanasia (T-4) Program (The predecessor to the Holocaust)
Why Auschwitz was not Bombed
Nazi Euthanasia (T-4) Program (The predecessor to the Holocaust)