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Name:Date:Block:Workshop 3: Combat ZoneWeb SearchAssignment 1: The basics of the Vietnam WarClick the links below to answer the questions that follow. Each site will provide information that will teach you about one of the most famous wars in history. Then, your answers into the document to share what you have learned.What is the name of the war?When was this war fought?Where did the war take place?Who fought in this war?Why was this war fought?How did this war end? (outcome)Assignment 2: War-themed literatureYou will be reading poetry about the Vietnam War and analyzing literary elements. Click here to read the poems “Vietnamese Morning” and “War Trauma.” After reading, answer the following questions: The poem “Vietnamese Morning” is about Vietnam before the war. In your own words, and in as much detail as possible, describe the setting of the poem.In your own words, and in as much detail as possible, describe the character of a soldier as represented in “War Trauma.”Assignment 3: War-themed musicRead the lyrics to the classic rock Vietnam War protest song “Born in the USA” (by clicking on the song) by Bruce Springsteen. After reading, answer the following questions in complete sentences.Do you think the artist of this song is FOR or AGAINST the Vietnam War? What words or clues in the text tell you this?How does the song make you feel (mood)? Explain why.What is the author’s attitude (tone) about the Vietnam War?Read the following section of the song: “Down in the shadow of the penitentiary / Out by the gas fires of the refinery / I’m ten years burning down the road / Nowhere to run ain’t got nowhere to go.” How do you think the veteran is feeling now that he is home from the war, based on these lines of the song? Explain why.Do you think that music can be an effective symbol for war or peace? Why do you think that?Assignment 4: Extended responseBased on what you’ve learned about the war, what is your opinion of it? In a brief essay- 2-3 paragraphs- summarize what you have learned about this war and tell how you feel about it. Be sure to use examples from the resources to support your opinion.Type responses here: ................
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