Suffering and Escapism During the Great DepressionCentral question: What was the effect of the Great Depression on the American people?
Content Focus of the Lesson: This lesson focuses on the ways in which Americans suffered in very real, tangible ways during the Great Depression, and how new entertainments and art forms became popular as a way for everyday people to escape the difficulties of their lives, such as joblessness, homelessness, uncertainty, and hunger. Standards:
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Assessment: Formative: Class notes (including their response to the music), discussion participation. Summative: Students will create their own short radio broadcast to provide an escape for the troubles facing the world today. Resources and Materials:
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