APA: WWII Quiz

Hello everyone! Today we discussed the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and the effects that it had on Americans.  Next class we will focus on Japanese-American relocation and life on the home front.  Please remember that you will have a quiz during the next class.  Furthermore, you will have your notebook quiz on March 12.  If you have any questions, please email me.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

AAHS: WWII Quiz

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and the effects of this attack on Japanese-Americans living within the United States.  We focused on Executive Order 9066 and the relocation of Japanese-Americans to isolated areas.  Please be aware that you will be having a quiz during the next class relating to all information that was presented within the unit.  If you have any questions, please email me.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

AAHS: Holocaust

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the lack of intervention from nations around the world when anti-Semitic policies began to be implemented in Germany.  We analyzed the Evian and Bermuda Conferences.  We also discussed and debated what responsibility do nations have relating to human rights.  For homework, please read the packet on the Holocaust.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

APA: Isolationism or Interventionism Political Cartoon

Hello everyone! Today we discussed how the U.S. began to move away from neutrality in the beginning of WWII. We also began to look at examples of isolationist and interventionist views in the beginning of the conflict. For homework, you are to finish the worksheet that we began in class (i.e., analyzing the Dr. Seuss political cartoons). Furthermore, you are to create your own political cartoon based upon the view of an isolationist or an interventionist from the time period. Please email me with any questions that you may have.

Furthermore, your second rough draft of the research paper is due on turnitin.com by tomorrow at 10 P.M.  Have a great weekend!
~Mr. Mazur

AAHS: Isolationism or Interventionism Political Cartoon

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed how the U.S. began to move away from neutrality in the beginning of WWII.  We also began to look at examples of isolationist and interventionist views in the beginning of the conflict.  For homework, you are to finish the worksheet that we began in class (i.e., analyzing the Dr. Seuss political cartoons).  Furthermore, you are to create your own political cartoon based upon the view of an isolationist or an interventionist from the time period.  Please email me with any questions that you may have.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

AAHS: Road to WWII

Hello everyone!  This is a reminder that your homework is to read pp. 723-732 in your textbook and answer the questions that I have given you.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

APA: New Deal Test

Hello everyone. Today we analyzed primary sources in order to understand the impact of the Treaty of Versailles and the Great Depression on the rise of the Nazi Party within Germany. We also analyzed Adolf Hitler's use of public speaking techniques in order to gain the support of German citizens.
Please remember that your test will be on Wednesday, February 20. The study guide will be due on the same day.  Furthermore, your first rough draft must be submitted in Turnitin.com by 10 P.M. on Saturday.  The deadlines for my side of the research paper are:

Saturday, February 16-  First rough draft submitted on Turnitin.com
Friday, February 22-  Second rough draft submitted on Turnitin.com for peer review
Thursday, February 28-  Final draft handed in and submitted on Turnitin.com

 If you have any questions, please feel free to email me. Have a great day!
~Mr. Mazur

AAHS: New Deal Test

Hello everyone.  Today we analyzed primary sources in order to understand the impact of the Treaty of Versailles and the Great Depression on the rise of the Nazi Party within Germany.  We also analyzed Adolf Hitler's use of public speaking techniques in order to gain the support of German citizens.

Please remember that your test will be on Tuesday, February 19.  The study guide will be due on the same day.  If you have any questions, please feel free to email me.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

APA: Voodoo Macbeth

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the impact of escapism on Americans during the Great Depression.  We analyzed the impact of radio and theatrical shows on Americans suffering during the economic crisis.  We also discussed Federal One, a program through the Works Progress Administration (WPA), and how it helped unemployed artists, writers, musicians, actors, and dancers find jobs during the time.  We specifically looked at the National Theatre Project as an example.

For homework, please read the article on an African-American branch of the NTP.  The show that you will read about is frequently called the "Voodoo Macbeth."  Please read the article and answer the questions that are attached.  Also, please remember that your next test will be on Wednesday, February 20.  Your study guide will be given out during the next class.  Also, your rough drafts for your research papers will be due by the end of the week.  Please email me if you have any questions.

~Mr. Mazur

AAHS: Entertainment of the Great Depression

Hello everyone!  Today we analyzed the impact of radio shows and movies during the Great Depression.  Please complete the last page of your packets for homework.  Your next test will be on February 19.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

All Classes: New Deal

Hello everyone!  This is a reminder that you must choose one of the following to do.  This will not be due the next class, but the class after (Monday and Tuesday).  The choices are:

1.)  A rough sketch of a mural depicting the accomplishments of the New Deal (at least 3 of the programs)
2.)  3 posters encouraging support for New Deal programs (3 different ones)
3.)  A comic strip showing New Deal programs

Please email me with any questions that you have.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

APA: Responses to the First Fireside Chat

Hello everyone! Today we continued our discussions on the Great Depression. During the first half of class, we analyzed the causes, conditions, and impact of the Dust Bowl. The second half of class we discussed President Franklin D. Roosevelt's ability to gain confidence in his New Deal programs by his usage of the radio. We listened to FDR's first Fireside Chat and analyzed it.
For homework, you are to read the packet on American responses to FDR's first Fireside Chat. Please complete all of the questions within the packet and be prepared to discuss during the next class. The next lesson will focus on specific New Deal programs during the presidency of FDR. Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

AAHS: Responses to the First Fireside Chat

Hello everyone!  Yesterday we continued our discussions on the Great Depression.  During the first half of class, we analyzed the causes, conditions, and impact of the Dust Bowl.  The second half of class we discussed President Franklin D. Roosevelt's ability to gain confidence in his New Deal programs by his usage of the radio.  We listened to FDR's first Fireside Chat and analyzed it.

For homework, you are to read the packet on American responses to FDR's first Fireside Chat.  Please complete all of the questions within the packet and be prepared to discuss during the next class.  The next lesson will focus on specific New Deal programs during the presidency of FDR.  Have a great weekend!

~Mr. Mazur