Lesson 11: World War 2

TASK 1: KWL Chart

In your books, draw up a KWL Table. Fill this is with What Do I KNOW; What Do I WANT to Know; and What Have I LEARNED about World War 2.

TASK 2: Mind-Map

Create a mind-map in the middle of your books with World War 2. Brainstorm everything you know about World War 2 (e.g. events, people, battles, etc.).

TASK 3: Glossary

Create a Glossary Page in your books. Add the following words and write their definitions:

• Fascism

• Appeasement

• Nazism

• Anti-Semitism

• Expansionism

• Great Depression

• Versailles Treaty

• Axis Powers

• Allied Powers

Causes of World War 2

Use the website below to summarise the causes of World War 2. To help you, look at the information at the bottom of the page and these were the causes.

Responding to Sources

Read the Source below and answer the question

"My good friends, for the second time in our history, a British Prime Minister has returned from Germany bringing peace with honour. I believe it is peace for our time... Go home and get a nice quiet sleep."

British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain, September 30, 1938

1. Neville Chamberlain mentions "a second time". When was the first time?

2. What is the attitude of Neville Chamberlain in the Source?

Extension Task

When you've finished, head to the link below. Complete the quiz to test your knowledge