World War I
What caused the U.S. to join World War I?”
Attacks on ships like the Lusitania
What event caused the U.S. to join WWII?
The attack on Pearl Harbor
What date did 9/11 happen?
September 11, 2001
What lesson did Jack and Annie learn about war?
War is not just fighting—it’s also helping others
What is one goal the U.S. had in both WWI and WWII?
Help allies / protect freedom
What did Germany use to attack ships in WWI?
Submarines (U-boats)
What country attacked Pearl Harbor?
Japan
What kind of attack was 9/11?
A terrorist attack
How did the story show courage?
The medic risked his life
What should you use to explain why an event matters?
Facts or evidence
Why did the U.S. want to protect trade in WWI?
Ships and goods were being attacked
Who were the enemies in WWII?
Axis powers (Germany, Japan, Italy)
What was the Great Depression?
A time when many people had no jobs or money
What message did Jack and Annie learn about war?
War is scary but people help others
How can learning about wars help today?
It helps us make better choices and avoid mistakes
What message did Germany send that made the U.S. angry?
The Zimmermann Telegram
Who was a dangerous leader the U.S. wanted to stop?
Adolf Hitler
Why do we study important events in history?
To understand the past
What event is the book connected to in history?
It is based on World War II
Which war had a bigger impact—WWI or WWII?
WWII, because it changed the world and stopped dangerous leaders
Who were the U.S. allies in WWI?
Countries like Britain and France
What does “Axis powers” mean?
Countries working together against the Allies
What do 9/11, the Great Depression, and Voting Rights have in common?
They changed the country
What did Jack and Annie learn at the end?
To be thankful and value peace
How are past wars and problems today connected?
They help us learn how to solve problems and make better decisions