Unveiling America's Secret Weapon: The Lend-Lease Act and Its Impact on WWII

Dive into the Program that Tilted the Scales!
This captivating reading comprehension worksheet equips your students with a deeper understanding of the Lend-Lease Act, a revolutionary program that secretly fueled the Allied victory in World War II. Explore the motivations behind the Act, the types of aid provided, and its lasting impact on the global landscape. Packed with historical details, engaging questions, and a primary source analysis, this resource is sure to spark curiosity and critical thinking.

Content Packed & Ready-to-Use:

• Informative reading passage brimming with historical context
• Primary source excerpt with analysis questions fosters deeper understanding
• Engaging multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions promote critical thinking skills
• Answer key included for effortless grading

Learning Objectives:

• Students will analyze the factors that led to the creation of the Lend-Lease Act.
• Students will identify the different types of supplies provided to Allied nations.
• Students will evaluate the impact of the Lend-Lease Act on the course of World War II.
• Students will assess the program's lasting influence on international relations.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says or does.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central idea of a text and provide an objective summary.
• RI.5.3: Explain the relationships between a series of historical events described in a text.
• RI.5.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text.

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• Ready-to-use lesson with all materials included
• Informative & engaging reading passage sparks student interest
• Develops critical thinking skills with diverse question formats
• Strengthens social studies curriculum aligns with Common Core Standards
• Teacher-approved! Answer key simplifies grading

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