The North African Campaign in WWII Lesson
Learning objectives
In this lesson, students will examine the North African campaign of World War Two, from Italy's initial invasion of Egypt in 1940 through to the Allied victory in Tunisia in 1943. They will explore the importance of the Suez Canal, the role of Rommel's Afrika Korps, and how the Second Battle of El Alamein turned the tide against the Axis forces in the region. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, source analysis, 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 the reading questions worksheet below:
Step 2: Answer the questions while reading the webpage below:
Option 2: Source analysis
Step 1: Download a copy of the source analysis worksheet below:
Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the sources on the following web page:
Option 3: Internet research
Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete the tables.
Option 4: Watch video
Step 1: Download a copy of the viewing questions worksheet:
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