1. Presentation, Graphic Organizers, & Activities
U.S. PRESENCE
U.S. PRESENCE
in Southwest Asia
Presentation, Graphic Organizers, & Activities

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3. SS7H2 Analyze continuity and change in Southwest Asia (Middle East).
STANDARDS:
SS7H2 Analyze continuity and change in Southwest Asia (Middle East).
d. Explain U.S. presence and interest in Southwest Asia, including the Persian Gulf conflict and invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq.
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4. US Presence in SW Asia Notes 1
UN Embargo
Desert Storm
Kuwait
U.S. Presence
This process began in 1991, and when the UN inspection team left in 1998, there was speculation that __________________________ had actually been destroyed.
The UN would not lift the embargo until Iraq destroyed its ______________________________________ and promised to stop making nuclear weapons.
When Iraq invaded Kuwait, the United Nations __________________________ that prevented Iraq from exporting oil or importing goods.
Both Iraq and Kuwait were __________________________ during the war.
Iraq left, but not before Saddam Hussein had his soldiers set nearly 1,000 __________________________ , causing immense environmental damage.
By February of 1991, the Iraqi government __________________________ and withdrew from Kuwait.
The coalition employed missile attacks and used ground forces to quickly drive Iraqi forces out of Kuwait in __________________________ .
In January 1991, the United States and a group of other countries started “Operation Desert Storm”, a military __________________________ .
The US was concerned about this invasion, as a lot of the __________________________ came from Kuwait & Saudi Arabia.
In order to survive the attack, the small country of Kuwait knew it would __________________________ .
Iraqi forces invaded Kuwait in __________________________ .
__________________________, Iraq’s dictator, wanted to get this access back and to acquire access to Kuwait’s many oil fields.
As a result, Iraq lost its access to the __________________________ .
In 1920, the country of __________________________ .
Beginning in the late 20th century, the US has had a __________________________ in this area of the world.
The United States has great interest in maintaining stability in Southwest Asia to safeguard the __________________________ and to combat terrorism.
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5. US Presence in SW Asia Notes 2
Iraq Today
Results
Iraq
Unfortunately, there is still conflict in Iraq today, as the __________________________ are fighting one another for power of the country.
In December 2011, the __________________________ .
U.S. forces remained in Iraq until the new Iraqi government was __________________________ .
In 2005, Iraqi citizens took part in free elections to establish a new __________________________ .
Rebuilding Iraq after the invasion __________________________ .
__________________________ in December 2006.
In __________________________ , Hussein was captured, tried, and sentenced to death.
__________________________ were ever found.
Saddam Hussein’s __________________________ , and the military operation was over in less than two months.
In 2003, the United States, Great Britain, Australia, & other countries launched a military invasion of Iraq called “__________________________ ”.
After the UN inspection team left, many Americans believed that Hussein was hiding __________________________ (WMDs) throughout the country, as well as providing aid to __________________________ .
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6. US Presence in SW Asia Notes 3
The End
Democracy
US Invasion
9/11
Bin Laden
According to U.S. officials, bin Laden was buried at sea because __________________________ would accept his remains.
His body was taken to Afghanistan for identification, then __________________________ within 24 hours.
Bin Laden was shot and __________________________ .
On __________________________ , at 1:00 am, Navy SEALS raided Osama bin Laden’s compound in Pakistan.
Efforts to locate bin Laden failed, and he went into hiding for the next __________________________ .
The U.S. helped form a new __________________________ in Afghanistan.
After launching a series of attacks, the __________________________ .
On October 7th, 2001, U.S. troops entered Afghanistan to __________________________ and locate bin Laden.
Sources in the U.S. government believed that the Taliban was allowing Bin Laden and his __________________________ in the mountains of Afghanistan.
Over __________________________ in these attacks.
The fourth plane was intended to __________________________ , but crashed in rural Pennsylvania.
Another airplane crashed into the __________________________ , just outside of Washington, DC.
__________________________ into the World Trade Center in New York City.
The terrorists __________________________ .
On September 11, 2001, al-Qaeda __________________________ in the United States.
The U.S. government identified bin Laden as the most likely suspect responsible for the September 11th, 2001 attacks on the __________________________ and the Pentagon.
The __________________________ was thought to be harboring Osama bin Laden’s terrorist group al-Qaeda, whose goal was to bring an __________________________ in the Middle East.
In 1996, the Taliban (an __________________________ ) established power in Afghanistan.
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7. US Presence in SW Asia Notes 1
UN Embargo
Desert Storm
Kuwait
U.S. Presence
This process began in 1991, and when the UN inspection team left in 1998, there was speculation that only 85% had actually been destroyed.
The UN would not lift the embargo until Iraq destroyed its chemical and biological weapons and promised to stop making nuclear weapons.
When Iraq invaded Kuwait, the United Nations imposed an embargo that prevented Iraq from exporting oil or importing goods.
Both Iraq and Kuwait were badly damaged during the war.
Iraq left, but not before Saddam Hussein had his soldiers set nearly 1,000 oil fields on fire, causing immense environmental damage.
By February of 1991, the Iraqi government agreed to a truce and withdrew from Kuwait.
The coalition employed missile attacks and used ground forces to quickly drive Iraqi forces out of Kuwait in just six weeks.
In January 1991, the United States and a group of other countries started “Operation Desert Storm”, a military mission to recapture Kuwait.
The US was concerned about this invasion, as a lot of the country’s oil came from Kuwait & Saudi Arabia.
In order to survive the attack, the small country of Kuwait knew it would need allies.
Iraqi forces invaded Kuwait in August 1990.
Saddam Hussein, Iraq’s dictator, wanted to get this access back and to acquire access to Kuwait’s many oil fields.
As a result, Iraq lost its access to the Persian Gulf.
In 1920, the country of Kuwait was created.
Beginning in the late 20th century, the US has had a major presence in this area of the world.
The United States has great interest in maintaining stability in Southwest Asia to safeguard the supply of oil and to combat terrorism.
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US Presence in SW Asia Notes 1

8. US Presence in SW Asia Notes 2
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Iraq Today
Results
Iraq
Unfortunately, there is still conflict in Iraq today, as the Shia and Sunni Muslims are fighting one another for power of the country.
In December 2011, the U.S. forces withdrew.
U.S. forces remained in Iraq until the new Iraqi government was secure and stable.
In 2005, Iraqi citizens took part in free elections to establish a new democratic government.
Rebuilding Iraq after the invasion has been difficult.
He was executed in December 2006.
In December 2003, Hussein was captured, tried, and sentenced to death.
No WMDs were ever found.
Saddam Hussein’s government collapsed quickly, and the military operation was over in less than two months.
In 2003, the United States, Great Britain, Australia, & other countries launched a military invasion of Iraq called “Operation Iraqi Freedom”.
After the UN inspection team left, many Americans believed that Hussein was hiding weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) throughout the country, as well as providing aid to members of al-Qaeda.
US Presence in SW Asia Notes 2

9. US Presence in SW Asia Notes 3
The End
Democracy
US Invasion
9/11
Bin Laden
According to U.S. officials, bin Laden was buried at sea because no country would accept his remains.
His body was taken to Afghanistan for identification, then buried at sea within 24 hours.
Bin Laden was shot and killed in the raid.
On May 2, 2011, at 1:00 am, Navy SEALS raided Osama bin Laden’s compound in Pakistan.
Efforts to locate bin Laden failed, and he went into hiding for the next ten years.
The U.S. helped form a new democratic government in Afghanistan.
After launching a series of attacks, the Taliban was defeated.
On October 7th, 2001, U.S. troops entered Afghanistan to disable the Taliban and locate bin Laden.
Sources in the U.S. government believed that the Taliban was allowing Bin Laden and his followers to hide out in the mountains of Afghanistan.
Over 3,000 people were killed in these attacks.
The fourth plane was intended to hit the White House, but crashed in rural Pennsylvania.
Another airplane crashed into the Pentagon in Virginia, just outside of Washington, DC.
Two planes crashed into the World Trade Center in New York City.
The terrorists hijacked four planes.
On September 11, 2001, al-Qaeda attacked three targets in the United States.
The U.S. government identified bin Laden as the most likely suspect responsible for the September 11th, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.
The anti-American Taliban was thought to be harboring Osama bin Laden’s terrorist group al-Qaeda, whose goal was to bring an end to Western influence in the Middle East.
In 1996, the Taliban (an extremely religious group) established power in Afghanistan.
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10. Persian Gulf, Afghanistan,
U.S. Presence in
Southwest
Asia
Persian Gulf, Afghanistan,
& Iraq
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11. U.S. Presence
The United States has great interest in maintaining stability in Southwest Asia to:
1.) Safeguard the supply of oil,
2.) Protect Israel (close ally), and
3.) Combat terrorism.
Beginning in the late 20th century, the US has had a major presence in this area of the world.
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Osama Bin Laden and Saddam Hussein
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13. Persian Gulf
Conflict
Operation Desert
Storm
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14. Kuwait In 1920, the country of Kuwait was created.
As a result, Iraq lost its access to the Persian Gulf.
Saddam Hussein, Iraq’s dictator, wanted to get this access back and to acquire access to Kuwait’s many oil fields.
Iraqi forces invaded Kuwait in August 1990.
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16. Saddam Hussein
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17. August 2nd, 1990 –
Iraq invades Kuwait
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18. Desert Storm
In order to survive the attack, the small country of Kuwait knew it would need allies.
The US was concerned about this invasion, as a lot of the country’s oil came from Kuwait & Saudi Arabia.
In January 1991, the United States and a group of other countries started “Operation Desert Storm”, a military mission to recapture Kuwait.
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20. Blue = Coalition Nations
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21. A US Nighthawk – one of the key players in Desert Storm.
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22. Desert Storm
The coalition employed missile attacks and used ground forces to quickly drive Iraqi forces out of Kuwait in just six weeks.
By February of 1991, the Iraqi government agreed to a truce and withdrew from Kuwait.
Iraq left, but not before Saddam Hussein had his soldiers set nearly 1,000 oil fields on fire, causing immense environmental damage.
Both Iraq and Kuwait were badly damaged during the war.
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23. Oil fires set in Kuwait
by Iraqi forces.
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24. Destroyed military & civilian vehicles along the “Highway of Death”, a six mile stretch of road between Kuwait and Iraq.
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25. Afghanistan
Invasion
Operation Enduring
Freedom
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26. Bin Laden
In 1996, the Taliban (an extremely religious group) established power in Afghanistan.
The anti-American Taliban was thought to be harboring Osama bin Laden’s terrorist group al-Qaeda, whose goal was to bring an end to Western influence in the Middle East.
The U.S. government identified bin Laden as the most likely suspect responsible for the September 11th, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.
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27. Osama bin Laden
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28. Al-Qaeda
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29. 9/11
On September 11, 2001, al-Qaeda attacked three targets in the United States.
The terrorists hijacked four planes.
Two planes crashed into the World Trade Center in New York City.
Another airplane crashed into the Pentagon in Virginia, just outside of Washington, DC.
The fourth plane was intended to hit the White House, but crashed in rural Pennsylvania.
Over 3,000 people were killed in these attacks.
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30. Two days after the September 11 attacks, U. S. President George W
Two days after the September 11 attacks, U.S. President George W. Bush stated: "The most important thing is for us to find Osama bin Laden. It is our number one priority and we will not rest until we find him.”
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31. US Invasion
Sources in the U.S. government believed that the Taliban was allowing Bin Laden and his followers to hide out in the mountains of Afghanistan.
On October 7th, 2001, U.S. troops entered Afghanistan to disable the Taliban and locate bin Laden.
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32. Democracy
After launching a series of attacks, the Taliban was defeated.
The U.S. helped form a new democratic government in Afghanistan.
Efforts to locate bin Laden failed, and he went into hiding for the next ten years.
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33. U.S. troops in Afghanistan in 2001.
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34. 2004 – Hamid Karzai became the first democratically elected president of Afghanistan.
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35. The End
On May 2, 2011, at 1:00 am, Navy SEALS raided Osama bin Laden’s compound in Pakistan.
Bin Laden was shot and killed in the raid.
His body was taken to Afghanistan for identification, then buried at sea within 24 hours.
According to U.S. officials, bin Laden was buried at sea because no country would accept his remains.
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36. Osama bin Laden’s compound in Pakistan where he was found in 2011.
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38. Operation Iraqi Freedom
Invasion
Operation Iraqi Freedom
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39. UN Embargo
When Iraq invaded Kuwait, the United Nations imposed an embargo that prevented Iraq from exporting oil or importing goods.
The UN would not lift the embargo until Iraq destroyed its chemical and biological weapons and promised to stop making nuclear weapons.
This process began in 1991, and when the UN inspection team left in 1998, there was speculation that only 85% had actually been destroyed.
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40. Iraq
After the UN inspection team left, many Americans believed that Hussein was hiding weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) throughout the country, as well as providing aid to members of al-Qaeda.
In 2003, the United States, Great Britain, Australia, & other countries launched a military invasion of Iraq called “Operation Iraqi Freedom”.
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41. UN weapons inspector taking samples at an Iraqi factory in 2002.
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42. U.S. marines enter a palace in Baghdad.
U.S. marines fire a M198 Medium Howitzer.
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43. Results
Saddam Hussein’s government collapsed quickly, and the military operation was over in less than two months.
No WMDs were ever found.
In December 2003, Hussein was captured, tried, and sentenced to death.
He was executed in December 2006.
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44. Saddam Hussein was found hiding in a hole armed with a pistol, an AK-47 assault rifle, and $750,000 cash.
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45. Iraq Today Rebuilding Iraq after the invasion has been difficult.
In 2005, Iraqi citizens took part in free elections to establish a new democratic government.
U.S. forces remained in Iraq until the new Iraqi government was secure and stable.
In December 2011, the U.S. forces withdrew.
Unfortunately, there is still conflict in Iraq today, as the Shia and Sunni Muslims are fighting one another for power of the country.
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47. Closing 3-2-1
3- REASONS U.S. HAS A STRONG PRESENCE IN THE MIDDLE EAST.
2- IMPORTANT FACTS YOU REMEMBER ABOUT THE PERSIAN GULF WAR OR INVASION OF AFGHANISTAN
1- THING YOU STILL HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT

48. Day #2: Work Period (see History-Middle East Choice Board)
1.)Acrostic Poem
2.)Body Biography
3.) Wanted Posted
4.) Newspaper Editorial
5.) Bumper Sticker
6.) Advice Letter
7.) Free Activity *

49. TEACHER INFO: Graphic Organizer
Print off the graphic organizer for each student.
They should complete the chart after discussing the presentation.
After the presentation, discuss the notes as a class to be sure that everyone has sufficient information in each box.
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50. U.S. Presence in SW Asia Persian Gulf Iraq Invasion
Directions: Complete the chart below after discussing the presentation.
Where
When
What was the conflict?
Why did it occur?
How did it end?
Persian Gulf
Iraq Invasion
Afghanistan Invasion
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51. U.S. Presence in SW Asia Persian Gulf Iraq Invasion
Directions: Complete the chart below after discussing the presentation.
Where
When
What was the conflict?
Why did it occur?
How did it end?
Persian Gulf
Kuwait
1990
Iraq invaded the small country of Kuwait. The US and other countries formed a coalition to fight Iraq.
Iraq wanted to gain access to the Persian gulf & to control Kuwait’s oil wells
US & other nations attacked Iraq and won after 6 weeks. Iraq left but burned Kuwait’s oil fields.
UN made Iraq destroy WMDs and stop producing more.
Iraq Invasion
Iraq
2003
US, Great Britain, & other countries invaded Iraq.
US believed Hussein had WMDs & were aiding al-Qaeda
Hussein was captured, tried, and executed. Iraq has a new democratic government. Sunni & Shia Muslims are still fighting over power.
No WMDs were ever found.
Afghanistan Invasion
Afghanistan
2001
US invaded Afghanistan.
Afghanistan’s government (Taliban) was believed to be aiding and sheltering bin Laden & al-Qaeda.
US defeated Taliban and set up a democratic government in Afghanistan.
Bin laden escaped for 10 years, but was found & killed in Pakistan in 2011.
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52. TEACHER INFO: Design A T-Shirt
Print off the US Presence in the Middle East T-Shirt handout for each student.
Front of Shirt: The students will choose one of the three events from the lesson (Persian Gulf, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom) and design a t-shirt that portrays the event. They should include important dates, key events, and significant people in your design.
Back of Shirt: They will write a paragraph that explains the event and why/how the US was involve.
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53. US Presence in the Middle East T-Shirt
Directions: Choose one of the three events from the lesson (Persian Gulf, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom) and design a t-shirt that portrays the event. You should include important dates, key events, and significant people in your design. On the back of the shirt, write a paragraph that explains the event and why/how the US was involved.
Front
Back
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54. TEACHER INFO: Somebody Wanted But So...
Print out the Somebody Want But So… handout for each student. (Print front-to-back to save paper).
In the “Wanted” category, students will record what each country or group hoped to achieve during the conflict.
In the “But” category, students will record things that happened to block the goals of each country.
In the “So” category, students will record the outcome of the conflict.
*It’s a good idea to do one together as a class.
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55. Somebody Wanted But So US Presence in SW Asia
2. Iraq Invasion – “Operation Iraqi Freedom”
1. Persian Gulf Conflict – “Operation Desert Storm”
Directions:
In the “So” category, record the outcome of the conflict.
In the “But” category, record things that happened to block the goals of each country.
In the “Wanted” category, record what each country or group hoped to achieve during the conflict.
U.S.
Iraq
Somebody
Wanted
But
So…
U.S. & Coalition Nations
Kuwait
Saddam Hussein
& Iraq
Somebody
Wanted
But
So…
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56. Osama bin Laden & Al-Qaeda
U.S.
Somebody
Wanted
But
So…
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3. Afghanistan Invasion – “Operation Enduring Freedom”
Somebody Wanted But So
US Presence in SW Asia

57. Somebody Wanted But So US Presence in SW Asia
2. Iraq Invasion – “Operation Iraqi Freedom
1. Persian Gulf Conflict – “Operation Desert Storm
Directions:
In the “So” category, record the outcome of the conflict.
In the “But” category, record things that happened to block the goals of each country.
In the “Wanted” category, record what each country or group hoped to achieve during the conflict.
U.S.
Iraq
Somebody
To prevent Iraq from having/making WMDs and aiding al-Qaeda.
The world to believe that it had WMDs and to aid al-Qaeda.
Wanted
Saddam Hussein wouldn’t cooperate with UN inspection team.
The US & other countries wouldn’t allow them to have WMDs and declared war on Iraq in 2003.
But
The US, Britain, & other countries invaded Iraq. The war lasted for two months and the government was overthrown.
Hussein went into hiding, was found, tried, & executed in 2006.
So…
U.S. & Coalition Nations
Kuwait
Saddam Hussein & Iraq
Somebody
To protect their oil interests in Kuwait.
To force Iraq to leave their country.
To access to Persian Gulf & control of Kuwait’s oil fields.
Wanted
Iraq had a strong military and WMDs.
They didn’t have a strong enough military to fight back.
The United Nations wouldn’t let them take over Kuwait.
But
They joined together & declared war on Iraq. It lasted for 6 weeks and they won.
They asked United Nations for help.
Iraq lost the war & burned Kuwait’s oil wells on the way out.
So…
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58. Osama bin Laden & Al-Qaeda
U.S.
Somebody
To escape the US government while bringing an end to Western influence in the Middle East.
To find Osama bin Laden because he was believed to be responsible for 9/11 attacks.
Wanted
The US continued to search for bin Laden.
Afghanistan’s anti-American government was believed to be aiding bin Laden and al-Qaeda.
But
US special forces located bin Laden at his compound in Pakistan and killed him in 2011.
The US invaded Afghanistan and overthrew the Taliban, but bin Laden escaped until he was caught 10 years later.
So…
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3. Afghanistan Invasion – “Operation Enduring Freedom”
Somebody Wanted But So
US Presence in SW Asia

59. TEACHER INFO: Breaking News
Print out the Breaking News Handout for each student.
The students will imagine that they are news reporters (radio) covering events in the Middle East.
They will choose one event from the lesson and write a news broadcast as if they are living through it.
They should also include a made-up quote from a person during the event.
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60. Breaking News!
Directions: Imagine that you are a news reporter for a radio station covering Middle Eastern events. Choose one event from the lesson (Persian Gulf, Operation Iraqi Freedom, or Operation Enduring Freedom) and write a news broadcast as if you are right there living through it. Make sure that your news report explains the event. Also, include quotes from a fictional family that you have interviewed.
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61. TEACHER INFO: Comprehension Check
Print off the Comprehension Check for each student.
After the lesson, have the students answer the questions. *This could also be used as a quiz.
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62. U.S. Presence in SW Asia Comprehension Check
1. What is the US’s main economic interest in Southwest Asia?
2. Why did Iraq invade Kuwait in 1990?
3. How did the Persian Gulf conflict end?
4. Why did the US go to war against Iraq in 2003?
5. What happened to Saddam Hussein?
6. Why is there still conflict in Iraq today?
7. Who are the Taliban?
8. Why did the US invade Afghanistan in 2001?
9. How did the Afghanistan invasion end?
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Comprehension Check

63. U.S. Presence in SW Asia Comprehension Check
1. What is the US’s main economic interest in Southwest Asia?
Oil
2. Why did Iraq invade Kuwait in 1990?
To gain access to the Persian Gulf & take control of Kuwait’s oil fields
3. How did the Persian Gulf conflict end?
Iraq lost but burned Kuwait’s oil fields on the way out. UN forced Iraq to destroy all WMD and to stop making new ones.
4. Why did the US go to war against Iraq in 2003?
Hussein led US to believe that he had WMD & was providing aid to al-Qaeda.
5. What happened to Saddam Hussein?
Hussein went into hiding, was found in 2003, and tried & executed in 2006.
6. Why is there still conflict in Iraq today?
Sunni & Shia Muslims are fighting for power & control of the country.
7. Who are the Taliban?
An Anti-American religious group who provided aid to al-Qaeda
8. Why did the US invade Afghanistan in 2001?
To disable the Taliban and locate bin Laden
9. How did the Afghanistan invasion end?
Taliban was defeated & US helped set up a democratic government in Afghanistan. Bin Laden was on the run for 10 years until he was captured & killed in 2011.
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U.S. Presence in SW Asia
Comprehension Check

64. TEACHER INFO: TICKET OUT THE DOOR
Have students write down 3 potential test questions from today's lesson. 
Collect them as students leave the room and quickly read over them to make sure they’re appropriate.
During the beginning of class the next day, randomly pass them out and have classmates answer the questions.
You may want to use one or two on an upcoming quiz or test!
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65. Testing, Testing 1-2-3 Testing, Testing 1-2-3
Name:
Name:
Testing, Testing 1-2-3
Testing, Testing 1-2-3
Wouldn’t it be great if you could create your own test for this class? Well, here’s your chance! Write down 3 test questions from today’s lesson on the Final Exam below. Who knows? You may see these questions again!
Wouldn’t it be great if you could create your own test for this class? Well, here’s your chance! Write down 3 test questions from today’s lesson on the Final Exam below. Who knows? You may see these questions again!
Final Exam
Please answer the following questions using a No. 2 pencil. 1. 2. 3.
Final Exam
Please answer the following questions using a No. 2 pencil. 1. 2. 3.
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