WWII Victory in the Pacific Lesson

In this lesson, students will learn about the key events, strategies, and battles that led to the defeat of Imperial Japan in the Pacific theater during World War II. They will also explore the ethical complexities and controversies surrounding the use of nuclear weapons and other tactics, as well as the roles played by various Allied leaders and forces in bringing the war to an end. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.