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AP Topics:
• Origins of the Cold War pp. 809–813 • Truman and containment pp. 813–817 • The Cold War in Asia: China, Korea, Vietnam, Japan pp. 817–824, 831–832 • Diplomatic strategies and policies of the Eisenhower and Kennedy administrations pp. 830–835, 861–866 • The Red Scare and McCarthyism pp. 825–830 • Impact of the Cold War on American society pp. 824–828, 834, 839–840
 * The United States and the Early Cold War Chapters 28, 29**



Chapter Resources




[|Chapter 28 Resources]

How Did the Allies Win?
Please answer this question finally!

Background on the Atomic Bomb
We are going to take two class periods to watch as Peter Jennings investigates the decision by the Truman Administration to drop the atomic bomb on Japan.

Making Your Own Decision
Next class, we are going to have a simulation where you consider three possible options regarding ending the Pacific War. You will have the opportunity to make your case to the Truman Administration's team of close advisors. To prepare for our simulation, you will need to acquaint yourself with how the war ended, how the atomic bomb was developed, and the options. Read p. 1, 7-21 in the following document so that we can have a successful simulation tomorrow.



1. Read p. 1, 7-21 in the Choices document above. 2.Writing Workshop Groups 1 & 2 [|AP U.S. NING SITE] 3. **Captivation Station:** AP Topic: Origins of the Cold War pp. 809–813--Sungwoo (E) and Jennifer (G).
 * Homework:**

Executive Planning Committee Meeting
Today, you will have the opportunity to convince the President to choose the option that you present in our Executive Planning Committee Meeting. Your performance will impact whether the U.S. pursues a path toward peace, continued war or atomic annihilation. Should the U.S. drop the bomb on Japan? You decide!

Questions to consider when proposing your options: 1. What will be the impact of your option on future American casualties in the war? 2. What position does your option take on the policy of insisting on Japan’s unconditional surrender? 3. How will your option affect U.S. relations with the Soviet Union? 4. How will your option influence the future direction of the atomic age? 5. How does your option promote American values? 6. In summary, why should the Truman administration adopt your option?

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Why the Bomb Was Dropped (Part II)
We will finish watching the documentary discussing why the bomb was dropped, and the controversy surrounding this decision.

Captivation Station: Origins of the Cold War
Sungwoo (E) and Jennifer (G) will captivate you.

Sungwoo's Powerpoint:

Writing Workshop
Peer-edit your team member's work and give relevant feedback.

1. Read Chapter 28 and complete the Study Guide. 2. Writing Workshop Groups 3 & 4 [|AP U.S. NING SITE] 3. **Captivation Station:** AP Topic: Truman and containment pp. 813–817--Patrick (E) & Susan (G)
 * Homework:** HAVE A FANTASTIC SPRING BREAK!

Writing Workshop
A double-bonus day! Please peer-edit two submissions today from your peer-editing groups.

Soo's DBQ

Truman and Containment
Patrick (E) & Susan (G) will captivate you.

Dropping the Atomic Bomb: Impact!
Assess the impact of the United States' decision to drop the atomic bomb on Japan.

The Situation Room: Cold War Policy and Outcomes
In teams, analyze the AP topics in your //APP// books. Develop a brief for the situation room to share U.S. responses to the Cold War and your assessment of their effectiveness. We will also take a look at McCarthyism.


 * Homework:** Cold War MC Quiz Preview; Begin working on the next unit.