The year is 1942. As a British colony, India has become embroiled in another world war. What will this mean for the movement for independence? Are Gandhi's non-violent strategies still relevant in the midst of such tremendous carnage?
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Main Question: What role did World War II play in changing Indian-British relations?
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Role-Play Debate Question: Should Indians support the British war effort or use the war as a context for rebellion against the British?
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Your Task:
Using details from all of the sources you looked at (and citing where appropriate), write a diary or letter (to another character) about what you saw and experienced.
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What happened?
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What did you see? do? hear? smell?
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What emotions did it evoke in you?
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Why was this day important for you and for India?
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Main Question: What role did World War II play in changing Indian-British relations?
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Role-Play Debate Question: Should Indians support the British war effort or use the war as a context for rebellion against the British?
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Your Task:
Using details from all of the sources you looked at (and citing where appropriate), write a diary or letter (to another character) about what you saw and experienced.
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What happened?
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What did you see? do? hear? smell?
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What emotions did it evoke in you?
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Why was this day important for you and for India?