Due Date: ______

WW2…In A Box

Objective: To research and create an informational product based on a specific country from WWII.

Directions: Research the following information concerning your country using either books, encyclopedias, magazines, or the Internet and present the information on a cereal box in the following format:

This will be presented to the class and graded as a quiz grade.

Side One/ Front of Box: INTRODUCTION

·  Name of the country

·  Capital

·  Colorful Flag (used during WWII)

·  Quote (from a leader OR about the country)

Side Two/ Side of Box: CULTURE

·  Population

·  Language(s) Spoken

·  Demographics (ethnic groups)

·  Religion(s)

·  1 map of your country

·  2 relevant pictures

Side Three/ Back of Box: GOVERNMENT during WW2

·  Picture and name of leader during WWII

·  Type of Government during WWII

·  Axis or Allied Powers?

·  Dates? When did you country enter WW2? End?

·  # of deaths/fatalities during WW2

·  1 Key WW2 event that happened in your country

·  2 relevant pictures

Side Four/ Side of Box: THE HOLOCAUST

·  10 detailed and relevant facts about your country’s role in the holocaust

·  3 relevant pictures

Inside the Box: HISTORY AND “SHOW AND TELL”

·  Choose 4 items that symbolically represent four things researched above. Place these items in the bag to share with the class while presenting. Along with the items, include an index card that explains what each item you chose represents. All content must be appropriate for school. Do not include: weapons, alcohol, chemicals, or anything else against school and county policy.

Bottom of the Box: WRITE YOUR NAME!!

Extra Credit: Bring in a song (on CD or tape) from Europe (your country if possible)! Do not email youtube videos. This will not count.

***Your cereal box must be covered…any uncovered portions of the box will result in points taken off of your grade.***