8th Grade Notes2015-2016
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8th graders will have the amazing opportunity to meet Mr. Jim Swit on Tuesday May 24, 2016, and hear him present on his role as a soldier during the Vietnam War. You will receive two handouts in class and you are expected to answer the following questions, completely and thoughtfully on loose-leaf.
Memorial Mission by Mary Schmich
Delta Raiders' Costly Recovery Mission by Michael P. Kelley
Memorial Mission by Mary Schmich
- 1. What was Mr. Zwit doin with his infantry unit in April 1971? Where were they? Why were they there? Be specific and tell me how you know.
- Who is Paul McKenzie? What happened to him?
- What happened to Mr. Zwit during the Vietnam War?
- What did Mr. Zwit "vow" to do after returning home from the Vietnam War? Why do you think he wanted to do this?
- Who was the woman Mr. Zwit met at the memorial looking for?
Delta Raiders' Costly Recovery Mission by Michael P. Kelley
- Describe the events of April 15, 1971 in your own words.
- What happened to Mr. Zwit?
- Who was the President of the United States in 1971? Was he keeping troops in Vietnam or pulling them out? How do you know?
- Describe how Mr. Zwit was injured during the war.
- Please write down two questions you want to ask Mr. Zwit during his presentation.
Introduction to the Cuban Missile Crisis
Your task is to put yourself in John F. Kennedy's shoes and write up a 5 paragraph proposal to resolve the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Follow the steps below:
Your task is to put yourself in John F. Kennedy's shoes and write up a 5 paragraph proposal to resolve the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Follow the steps below:
- Read through the background information found here from the JFK Presidential Library and Museum.
- On the bottom of the page, click on World on the Brink: John F. Kennedy and the Cuban Missile Crisis.
- Read and "walk" through this virtual exhibit, take notes what is going on in the world and in the United States on each of the "thirteen days." These notes will help you write your proposal. This virtual exhibit has excellent reading resources as well as sound clips.
- Write your proposal and turn it in to Miss Lilek. Please remember that full points are awarded to students who produce thoughtful, proof-read work. It is perfectly acceptable to write your proposal on loose-leaf. If you choose to type it, you are responsible for printing it and turning it in Monday 5/9.