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Learning Target: I can explain the U.S. presence and interest in Southwest Asia (Middle East), including the Persian Gulf conflict and invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq.
Standard(s):
SS7H2 Analyze continuity and change in Southwest Asia (Middle East).
c. Describe how land and religion plays a role in continuing conflicts in the Middle East (i.e. the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, the division between Sunni and Shia Muslims, and Kurdish nationalism).
d. Explain U.S. presence and interest in Southwest Asia, including the Persian Gulf conflict and invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq.
Warm Up: Political Cartoon: What did we say about playing on the escalator?
Opening: The teacher will ask the students what they heard about last night's attack by Iran and then provide what little explanation that can be provided. The teacher will explain the basics of the Iran nuclear deal.
Video: Iran Deal or No Deal - CBS Evening News with Jeff Glor_WGCLDT_2018_05_07_18_28_00
Work Session: The students students will watch a series of videos and answer questions about the Iran nuclear deal.
Video: Iran Attacks Iraqi Air Base Where U.S. Troops Are Based - NBC News January 7 2020
Video: Trump Breaks Iran Deal - NBC Nightly News With Lester Holt_WXIAHD_2018_05_08_18_28_00
Video: Iran Protests - CBS Evening News with Jeff Glor_WGCLDT_2018_05_09_18_28_00
Video: Iran Deal - Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Video: Iran Let's Break a Deal - The Daily Show_CMDHD_2018_05_08_22_58_00
Video: Top Iranian Commander Killed by U.S. Strike in Iraq - January 3rd, 2020 NBC Nightly News
Video: Trump Strike To Stop a War - January 3rd, 2020 NBC Nightly News
Video: Iran Vows Forceful Revenge - January 3rd, 2020 NBC Nightly News
Video: Top Iranian Officials Warned US in Interviews - January 3rd, 2020 NBC Nightly News
Video: Iran Escalating Threats - ABC World News Tonight With David Muir_WSBDT_2020_01_06_18_58_00
Video: US Military Buildup - ABC World News Tonight With David Muir_WSBDT_2020_01_06_18_58_00
Video: What was the Imminent Threat - ABC World News Tonight With David Muir_WSBDT_2020_01_06_18_58_00
Directions: Read and Highlight these articles:
Early Finishers:
Closing: The students will try to explain the Iran nuclear deal and the consequences of the United States pulling out of the agreement in their own words.