US History Essay Assessment CQA #1: World War II US History Essay Assessment REVIEW RESEARCH RESPOND

2. 1. 3. INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 3 Scan your answers using CheckMyWork for authenticity. 1. Answer all essay responses in complete sentences (essay format). 1 2 3 3. Attach and submit your test for grading via web mail.

QUESTION 1 Analyzing Primary Sources: How was this WWII propaganda poster used to encourage American citizens to support “the war efforts” around the globe? Why would this particular poster be considered controversial in the 1930s and 1940s? 5 Pts. [Type response here]

QUESTION Behind the Numbers: Using the chart below, answer the following 2-part question in essay form: 2 5 1) What percentage of total US military minority participation was made up of African Americans? 2) Explain how you calculated your answer using your mathematical steps and the data provided. Pts. [Type response here] Total 1,032,471 *Full Latino numbers are not known because Latinos, other than Puerto Ricans, did not serve in segregated units, like African Americans. 

QUESTION 3 What’s So Funny?!?: Explain how the artist is using satire or sarcasm to highlight America’s plan to avoid getting involved in World War II (Policy of Isolationism)? Use evidence from the cartoon to support your answer. Hint* Focus on separate beds and all the text (large and small) throughout this cartoon! 10 Pts. [Type response here] U.S.

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