Hitler's Early Life and Background Lesson
Learning objectives
In this lesson, students will examine the formative experiences in Adolf Hitler's early life, from his difficult childhood in Austria to his rejection from art school and his service in World War One. They will explore how these events contributed to the political ideology he formed after the war, culminating in his rise to the leadership of the Nazi Party. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, research, and video watching 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 a copy of the reading questions worksheet below:
Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the following web page:
Option 2: Internet research
Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to answer the questions.
Option 3: Watch video
Step 1: Download a copy of the viewing questions worksheet below
Step 2: Answer the set questions by watching the following video:
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Extension activities
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