World War Two

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Objective

I can describe the key events and turning points of World War Two.

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Practice

7 questions

1

Describe the blitzkrieg tactic used by the Nazis and explain why it was so effective in the early years of World War II.

2

Explain why the Battle of Stalingrad is considered a major turning point in World War II.

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Exit ticket

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Describe the significance of the Battle of Stalingrad as a turning point in World War II. Explain how the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor changed the course of World War II.

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