The Vietnam War is often referred to as the "first televised war" and "the living room war." Media played a pivotal role in shaping public opinion and Americans' perspectives on war. Take on the role of a journalist during the conflict, reporting on ONE of the following fronts:
Embedded with soldier abroad on the battlefield
Covering the antiwar movement at home (America)
I chose covering the antiwar movement at home.
Select ONE (1) of the following options to report the story:
Record a short news video (Include: what happened, what caused it to happen, what does it mean, in 3-5 minutes of coverage)
A newspaper write-up (Include: what happened, what caused it to happen, what does it mean, in 4-5 sentences)
I chose a newspaper write up for this option.
Also heres the rubrics, please follow them:
Artifacts Archive Rubric (14)
-All artifact entries and module evidence submitted. There is mastery of conventions. Grammar and spelling are consistently correct. There is convincing evidence of students mastering style and voice. Revised original artifact entries or no revision was necessary.
-Thorough comparison, identifying and explaining module/class specific documents and/or references to groups/individuals.
-Thorough analysis and identification of module/class specific event(s). Demonstrates the impact of cause and effect as indicated by the chapter topic.
-Thorough interpretation of how conflict and cooperation existed between specific groups and organizations on the module topic. Consciously incorporates prior knowledge.
-Demonstrates a conscious and thorough understanding of “module” understandings through multiple specific, convincing examples. Provides evidence from sources to support claims with a sense of purpose to the summative prompt.
Help with these thanks.
5/16/2024 5:33 PM
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In recent weeks, a wave of antiwar protests has swept across America, with thousands taking to the streets to voice their opposition to U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War. Citizens from all walks of life have joined together in a unified call for peace and an end to the conflict.
The protests have been fueled by growing discontent with the war, as the number of American casualties continues to rise and the conflict shows no signs of abating. Many protesters argue that the war is unjust and unwinnable, and that it is time for the United States to withdraw its troops and pursue diplomatic solutions.
These demonstrations have sparked a national debate about the role of the United States in the world and the morality of war. While some support the government's efforts in Vietnam, others believe that the war is a tragic mistake that must be rectified.
As the antiwar movement gains momentum, it is clear that Americans are deeply divided on this issue. The coming months will undoubtedly see more protests and discussions as the country grapples with its involvement in Vietnam and the lasting impact it will have on society.