Social Studies - 5th Grade
Lesson Plans

Standard 5

Students will address the causes, consequences and implications of the emergence of the United States as a world power.

Objective 1

Describe the role of the United States during World War I, The Great Depression, and World War II.

• Impact of World War I on the United States
  After reading about World War I, students will decide which event had the most impact on the United States.

  Enduring Understanding - The United States emerged as a world power with influence which spanned the globe.

  Essential Question - How did World War I, the Great Depression, and World War II change the United States in the 20th century?

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