A Day: UN Issues

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed post-WWII issues and the creation of the UN.  We analyzed how the UN was formed and how it operates today.  For homework, please research two events in which the UN intervened.  Both should be events and the boxes on the chart provided should be fully completed (unless a category does not apply).  One event should be taken from the period of 1945-1999 and the second should be taken from 2000-2014.  All information should be taken from reliable websites (the most reliable is un.org).  Email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: UN Issues

Hello everyone!  Yesterday we discussed post-WWII issues and the creation of the UN.  We analyzed how the UN was formed and how it operates today.  For homework, please research two events in which the UN intervened.  Both should be events and the boxes on the chart provided should be fully completed (unless a category does not apply).  One event should be taken from the period of 1945-1999 and the second should be taken from 2000-2014.  All information should be taken from reliable websites (the most reliable is un.org).  Email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Europe and Japan in Ruins

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the end of the war.  For homework, please read Chapter 32 Section 5 within your textbook and complete #1-8 at the end of the section.  Email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: Europe and Japan in Ruins

Hello everyone!  Yesterday we discussed the end of the war.  For homework, please read Chapter 32 Section 5 within your textbook and complete #1-8 at the end of the section.  Email me if you have any questions.  Have a great Memorial Day weekend!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day (Periods 9-10): WWII Newspaper Article

Hello everyone.  Please finish researching your specific event from WWII and email me if you have any questions.  You will have about 30 minutes to write the newspaper article with your group during Tuesday's class.  You will not have additional time to complete research during class.  Have a great weekend!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Japan's Pacific War

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the impact of WWII on civilians.  We specifically analyzed the Blitz from various perspectives and discussed the causes and consequences of the event.  For homework, please read Chapter 32 Section 2 and complete the worksheet on the reading (including Part B).  Please email me if you have any questions.  Have a great weekend!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: Hitler's Lightning War

Hello everyone!  For homework, please read Chapter 32 Section 1 and answer the questions relating to the reading (including Part B).  During the next class, we will review the timeline from yesterday's class and discuss various events within Europe during WWII.  Please email me if you have any questions.

~Mr. Mazur

P.S.-  I found an interesting news article relating to our Genocide and Totalitarianism unit.  If you have the chance, please read it.  It relates to Antisemitism around the world and a survey conducted relating to it.  The link is http://www.cnn.com/2014/05/14/world/anti-semitism-global-survey/index.html?hpt=hp_t2.  Have a great day!

A Day: Hitler's Lightning War

Hello everyone!  For homework, please read Chapter 32 Section 1 and answer the questions relating to the reading (including Part B).  During the next class, we will review the timeline from today's class and discuss various events within Europe during WWII.  Please email me if you have any questions.

~Mr. Mazur

P.S.-  I found an interesting news article relating to our Genocide and Totalitarianism unit.  If you have the chance, please read it.  It relates to Antisemitism around the world and a survey conducted relating to it.  The link is http://www.cnn.com/2014/05/14/world/anti-semitism-global-survey/index.html?hpt=hp_t2.  Have a great day!

B Day: Genocide and Totalitarianism Test

Hello everyone!  This is just a reminder that your test is on Thursday.  The study guide is due on the same day.  Please email me if you have any questions.  You can also see me during co-curricular in the Junior Lounge during 5th period tomorrow or 6th period on Thursday.  I can also stay after school if anyone needs more help.

Furthermore, please remember that if you have not handed in your Irish Potato Famine DBQ, I have entered a 0 on PowerSchool.  However, if you believe this was a mistake, just print out another copy and I will give full credit.  From what I remember, many people could not print out the DBQ because the printers were not working when they were due. However, I cannot give credit until a hard copy of the DBQ is given to me.

Please email me with any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Genocide and Totalitarianism Test

Hello everyone!  This is just a reminder that your test is on Wednesday.  The study guide is due on the same day.  Please email me if you have any questions.  You can also see me during co-curricular in the Junior Lounge during 6th period tomorrow.  I can also stay after school if anyone needs more help.

Furthermore, please remember that if you have not handed in your Irish Potato Famine DBQ, I have entered a 0 on PowerSchool.  However, if you believe this was a mistake, just print out another copy and I will give full credit.  From what I remember, many people could not print out the DBQ because the printers were not working when they were due. However, I cannot give credit until a hard copy of the DBQ is given to me.

Please email me with any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

P.S-  Many people expressed that they wanted to see the map that I showed in class.  The link is http://theatl.as/.  Enjoy!

B Day: Nanking Massacre

Hello everyone.  Yesterday we discussed responsibility of the Holocaust.  We also analyzed the rise of the Japanese military dictatorship after WWI and the Nanking Massacre.  For homework, please finish the reading and answer the questions.  You will have to complete additional research relating to the worksheet.  Thank you and have a great weekend!

A Day (Periods 7-10): Nanking Massacre

Hello everyone.  Yesterday we discussed responsibility of the Holocaust.  We also analyzed the rise of the Japanese military dictatorship after WWI and the Nanking Massacre.  For homework, please finish the reading and answer the questions.  You will have to complete additional research relating to the worksheet.  Thank you and have a great weekend!

P.S.-  In my Periods 7-8 class, there was a mistake made about one of the stories I told during class.  The helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War was Hugh Thompson, not Hugh Smith.  I just figured I would correct this mistake!

B Day: Imperial China Collapses

Hello everyone.  Today we discussed details on the Holocaust and assessed the reasons why nations did not intervene to help the victims and why the perpetrators were able to kill approximately 12 million individuals.  In the beginning of next class, I would like to finish our discussion on who should be held responsible for the Holocaust.

For homework, please read Chapter 30 Section 3 within your textbooks and complete the worksheet as you read.  You only have to complete the side for the reading that you are assigned.

Furthermore, your test on the Genocide and Totalitarianism unit is scheduled for Thursday, May 15.  The study guide will be due on the same day.  Continue studying for this assessment and email me with any questions that you may have.

~Mr. Mazur

A Day (Periods 7-10): Imperial China Collapses

Hello everyone.  Yesterday we discussed details on the Holocaust and assessed the reasons why nations did not intervene to help the victims and why the perpetrators were able to kill approximately 12 million individuals.  In the beginning of next class, I would like to finish our discussion on who should be held responsible for the Holocaust.

For homework, please read Chapter 30 Section 3 within your textbooks and complete the worksheet as you read.  You only have to complete the side for the reading that you are assigned.

Furthermore, your test on the Genocide and Totalitarianism unit is scheduled for Wednesday, May 14.  The study guide will be due on the same day.  Continue studying for this assessment and email me with any questions that you may have.

~Mr. Mazur

A Day (Periods 3-4): Japanese Militarism and Nanking Massacre

Hello everyone.  Yesterday we discussed details on the Holocaust and assessed the reasons why nations did not intervene to help the victims and why the perpetrators were able to kill approximately 12 million individuals.  At the end of the class, we discussed/debated who should be held responsible for the Holocaust.

For homework, please read the articles of the rise of Japanese militarism in the 1920s-1930s and the Nanking Massacre.  As you read, complete the worksheets on the articles.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me.

Furthermore, your test on the Genocide and Totalitarianism unit is scheduled for Wednesday, May 14.  The study guide will be due on the same day.  Continue studying for this assessment and email me with any questions that you may have.

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: Jewish Ghettos

Hello everyone!  Yesterday we reviewed information learned about the Great Depression and the rise of fascism in Germany.  We also analyzed the Pyramid of Hate and applied it to the Third Reich in order to understand the process of how widespread Antisemitism was able to transform into a genocide.  For homework, please read the packet on Jewish ghettos and answer the questions relating to the reading.

Remember that the information given about the rise of Antisemitism within Germany can be elaborated on and I can tell you more detailed stories and examples if you email me about a specific topic.

Furthermore, your next test is scheduled for Thursday, May 15.  A study guide will be given to you during the next class.  Please begin reviewing for the test and email me if you have any questions.

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Jewish Ghettos

Hello everyone!  Yesterday we reviewed information learned about Stalinist Russia, the Great Depression, and the rise of fascism in Germany.  We also analyzed the Pyramid of Hate and applied it to the Third Reich in order to understand the process of how widespread Antisemitism was able to transform into a genocide.  For homework, please read the packet on Jewish ghettos and answer the questions relating to the reading.

Furthermore, I assigned two options for extra credit during class.  The first option is to watch V for Vendetta and write a five-paragraph paper on how the movie demonstrates totalitarianism.  The second option is to create a dramatic scene, skit, or story that demonstrates what the U.S. would be like under a totalitarian government.  This creative piece of writing should have all of the essential pieces of a story or scene.

Please email me if you have any questions.  Remember that the information given about the rise of Antisemitism within Germany can be elaborated on and I can tell you more detailed stories and examples if you email me about a specific topic.  Other than that, have a great weekend!

~Mr. Mazur