American Identity After WWII
Grade 945 min
Learning Objective
I can analyze how 1950s television shows reflected American values and societal norms after WWII.
Lesson Flow
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Post-World War II Economy Booms with Soldiers Return to U.S.
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Practice
7 questions • Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Analyze an episode from a 1950s television show, such as *I Love Lucy* or *Leave It to Beaver*, and explain how it reflects the societal norms and values of post-WWII America. Provide specific examples from the episode to support your analysis. Choose a different 1950s television show and discuss how its portrayal of family life or gender roles mirrors the values of American society during that decade. Use specific scenes or characters to illustrate your points.”
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