The Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor Lesson

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Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will gain an understanding of the Japanese attack at Pearl Harbor during World War Two. They will develop an awareness of the causes of the attack and why it was a turning point in the Second World War. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Reading


Step 1: Download the reading questions worksheet below:

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Pearl Harbor Reading Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the questions while reading the webpage below:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete the tables.

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Pearl Harbor Research Worksheet.docx
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